Crack Your Head Open

I never. 

I'm not referring to that ridiculous drinking game where people pretend they're more promiscuous than anyone actually ever is. Lately, I think it is important to reject the "I never" statement. It's the cliche saying, "Never say never.." but if you set yourself up saying you'll never do something, you essentially cut yourself off from life's experiences. 

Same goes for the word 'hate.' You know those people who seem to hate everything. I hate asparagus, I hate long hipster beards, I hate people who like vampire movies.. etc.

Here's the thing. Everyone has their own tastes, likes and dislikes. If you really don't like something, that's your prerogative. However, if you've never touched it, tasted it, watched it, talked to it, or TRIED IT then I can't back you up. 

How do you know what you really like unless you try it out? People are meant to change. We are constantly in a state of moving, evolving, growing up and expanding.

I find examples of this in my everyday life. For example, I used to hate running, yet I now run almost everyday and can't find another form of exercise that better clears my mind. Also, while I used to dislike rap music, I now listen to more rap music than any petite-can't-throw-a-punch-took-too-many-women-studies-courses-suburban-girl ever should.

Open your mind to new things. New people. New experiences.

If you introduce yourself to that dude with the hipster beard, he may turn out to be the absolute love of your life. Granted, he may give you a rash every time you make-out, but it may be worth it. At least try. If you try and absolutely hate something, then go ahead and spray paint "I never" on your walls. 

Just don't turn down my buttered asparagus. You won't know what you're missing.

Now if you're rolling your eyes at my peppy, positive, motivational speaker type jargon clearly you need to try something new...like being happy? Trust me, you'll like it.