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These 13 Life Lessons from “Love Actually” Will Last Forever

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It’s almost that time of year again — Christmastime! There’s a good chance that if you’ve got a standard holiday movie rotation in your home, Love Actually is in there. It’s spirited, it’s romantic, it’s poignant, it’s full of wonderful performances…it’s a can’t miss, really.

And an added bonus: It contains some seriously great lessons about life that will never grow stale. Don’t believe me? Just keep reading!

#13. You’re never too old for a comeback – or a fresh start

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Any badass, older rockstar will tell you: Age is just a number.

#12. Let everyone interpret the holidays their own way

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If the teacher says there wwere an octopus and lobsters (plural) there, just tuck into your flask and go with it.

#11. Have a backup plan on your wedding day

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You never know when your videographer is going to screw the pooch — on purpose or otherwise.

#10. You might need patience to score the guy or girl of your dreams

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She or he might not realize how awesome you are the first time around, but try not to be creepy about it.

#9. You’ll only regret the things you don’t say

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Bare your soul. You only get one life and you don’t want to spend it wondering, “What if?”

#8. If you need it, take a few seconds to get it together

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Wash your face, fix your lipstick and never let them see you dance like a maniac in the stairwell (or do if that’s what works for everyone).

#7. Sometimes hugs are the answer

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…Unless they’re from a husband-stealing co-worker, in which case, best avoid them.

#6. Not everyone is great at wrapping gifts

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It’s okay. Every talent is not for every person, and besides, it’s just going to get ripped to shreds anyway.

#5. Things happen when you least expect them

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That’s what makes surprises the spice of life.

#4. Dance it out

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This very true scientific study was led by Hugh Grant and backed up by Meredith Grey, so you know it’s solid.

#3. Learning that second language could come in handy in ways you never expected

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You never know when you’ll need to profess your undying love to someone who has no idea what you’re saying.

#2. Love can hurt

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But maybe, sometimes, it’s supposed to.

#1. People want what they can’t have

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Take care of your relationships, because there are folks out there who won’t necessarily respect them.

Happy re-watching, fellow fans!