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9 Life Lessons We Learned From ‘How I Met Your Mother’

Although How I Met Your Mother is a hilarious sitcom, it also has a surprising number of useful life lessons! These gems of wisdom from the legen… wait for it… dary show will guide you through the world of college and beyond. Take notes! 

1. Nothing good ever happens after 2 a.m.

2. Dress to impress.

3. Always have a “Get Psyched” playlist. 

4. Take life as it comes, both the ups and downs.

5. Keep moving forward, even if it’s scary.


6. Find someone who doesn’t just accept your quirks, but loves them.

7. Enjoy the crazy times with good friends now, because they won’t last forever.

8. Make mistakes.

9. And finally, don’t forget to be awesome.

Kelsey is a junior at The Ohio State University where she majors in Journalism. She serves as an Editorial Intern and Contributing Writer for Her Campus, and also writes for U lala. Her hobbies include loitering in cafés, watching '80s movies, and obsessing over British boys with perfect hair. After graduation, Kelsey hopes to work for a fashion magazine or lifestyle publication. You can follow Kelsey on Twitter (@kelseypomeroy) and Instagram (@kelseypomeroy).