The Office ended a few years back but that doesn’t mean its memory won’t live on for decades to come. Even though some of the characters might have had some questionable morals, we can learn a lot from the lovable bunch at the Scranton branch of Dunder Mifflin Paper Company. Here are a few of the top lessons we’ve gotten over the years.
Don’t Hold in Your Feelings
It’s ok to cry! You should never be afraid to show your feelings. We’re all human and we all have emotions. Just ask Michael Scott.
Live in the present
It’s pretty common to get caught up in worrying about the future, especially as young college students. But blink and you might have missed out on some of the best times. So acknowledge and enjoy what’s happening in the now.
Experiment with your personal style
Wear whatever you want! Don’t let anyone tell you what you should or shouldn’t wear. College is the perfect opportunity to express yourself. So if you want to wear that “bisexual suit,” then wear that bisexual suit!
What’s meant to be will be
Everything will work out the way it’s supposed to. Be patient! What is meant to be will be.
Embrace your flaws
We all have them, so there’s no point in trying to hide them. Just be like Michael and accept that you’re not perfect, and that’s ok.
Eat what you want
Life is short. If you want ice cream for breakfast, eat it. I mean, try not to make a habit of it, but splurging every once in a while is just fine.
Think before you act
Maybe Dwight’s wording is not exactly inspirational. But he has a point. Brash decisions aren’t always the best idea, so try to think your moves through.
Prison sucks
So make good choices. Don’t land yourself there. There may or may not be dementors…
Money isn’t everything
We all need it, but that doesn’t mean it should be the center of your universe.
It’s ok to take a step back
Sometimes life gets a little bit overwhelming and we just need to step back and not worry about everything going on. Give yourself a break.
Life goes on
Hopefully you’re a little bit more positive than Dwight, but he is right. Life does go on. So don’t get caught up in the small things.
Binge watching The Office is one of the best pastimes for college students. Hopefully you can take a little something away from it next time you procrastinate with Netflix.