If you find yourself moving from town to town, thinking there is nothing to do in any of the towns, take a look at your life and yourself instead of criticizing the town.

Roam the earth or stay home. Either way, with an open mind and open eyes, the world will come to you.

Know yourself but be ready for change.

And everything changes: From your looks to your situation to your relationships to your job, everything.

Make choices you will not regret. And when you do make some regretful choices still don't regret them. Once something has passed, it has happened. Regretting something won't change it. Think of regret as recognition to help you avoid repeating a situation or action in the future.

Dean Poling is The Valdosta Daily Times assistant managing editor.