Girls: a more realistic Sex and the City, a refreshing, truthful, and unapologetic depiction of what life is really like for young adults, and arguably my favorite series of all time. With just four more episodes left of season 5, here are just a few of the many invaluable lessons Lena Dunham has taught thus far.
1.) Never let a guy make you apologize for your feelings. Expressing your emotions does not make you a “crazy” girlfriend, and if any guy calls you that then he is a “bad” boyfriend. Next.
2.) It’s not a coincidence that wine and Wednesday both start with a “w.” Hump day is the best day of the week and should be celebrated as so.
3.) We all have hookups that we regret; don’t let them define you. Laugh them off and learn from them. Practice makes perfect, right?
4.) As life gets tougher, so should your skin. Chin up, buttercup. You can’t control what happens, but you can control how you react. Save those tears for more important things (running out of Nutella, stubbing your toe, every time Bradley Cooper smirks, etc.), not someone’s opinion of you.
5.) For most people, running is an awful, terrible, embarrassing activity that one has nightmares about. Don’t do it.
6.) Sometimes you just can’t afford to waste time with utensils… or sitting…… or microwaving. Embrace the hangry rage and eat up. After all, lo mein does taste better cold.
7.) Don’t try to figure out why people do the sh*tty things they do. There is just no explanation for the madness. Treat the situation as if you’re at the zoo: observe from a distance but don’t get too close.
8.) Best friends fight. It’s totally normal to hate your bestie at times, as long as you still love them deep down. The key is to let them know you’re angry instead of giving them the silent treatment. Flipping the bird is way more effective and resolves the fight much faster than ignoring all texts. For the sake of your friendship, give that middle finger a workout!
9.) Don’t be lazy shamed! If you want to sit all day, then sit all day. The couch is not your enemy, but people who don’t want to snuggle and watch endless hours of The Office are. Relax, you deserve it.
10.) Last but not certainly least, the most important lesson which is dedicated to every single guy in the universe who has ever sent an unsolicited dickpic (which should be a felony, if you ask me):
Go enjoy your cold lo mein, Collegiettes!