And that’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that things are hard

Not everything will be easy

And that’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that only you can better yourself

You can’t complain about things and expect them to fix themselves

And that’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that loyalty is the key to any relationship

If you aren’t loyal to someone, then how do you expect them to be loyal to you

And that’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that relying on a man to fill your life is not going to fill the void in your heart and soul.

No one besides yourself and God can fill in the cracks

And that’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that chasing after the perfect body is not going to work.

Wheyou'r’re chasing after perfection, you're running faster and moving on

You’re not going to catch it

That’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that emotions are vital to our existence

Your feeling is valid, and no one can tell you otherwise

We must remember that this, too, shall pass

That’s just how it is.

Maturing is realizing that you’re getting older,

we are getting older, and so are the people around you. We are getting older, and nothing lasts forever,

so cherish those moments, people, and experiences, because they’re not going to last; that’s just how it is.