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LIFE AS IT IS 26 THINGS I LEARN BEFORE TURNING 26 By Fyaa Ahmad Mahir Photographs by Faruq Irfan 1. Love yourself first because at the end of the day no one’s going to be there for you more than you. 2. Stay away from toxic friends/ person/relationship. It’s not worth your time and effort to even fighting your own head to make them stay in your life. 3.Always, always, always trust your gut feeling. 4.Education and knowledge are vital. 5. The older you grow, the more you value your parents to be around. 6. Don’t be afraid to take risks. IN THE SPOTLIGHT 7. When someone hurts you or puts you down; “get up, dress up, and don’t give up”.  18 | DISCOVERED