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Your father may have taught you to ride a bike, grill a burger or French Braid your hair (hey, all dads are different). But along with the practical advice like—don’t leave candles burning all night long—came those life lessons that we just won’t forget. Maybe they’re worthy of passing down to your own kids one day. Check out what these Savvy Miss readers learned from their fathers and see if your dad’s words of wisdom made the list.

Dad's Advice for Life

It doesn't have to be the truth, it just has to be entertaining. Joanne, 24

You can't be happy without enjoying your food! Kim, 24

If ever in a fight, punch first, then run! Emily, 28

Shit, Shower, Shave ... and you're good to go! Elizabeth, 29

Always leave a cushion (when driving). Leslie, 22

You can always be a kid at heart. He takes my mom to Disneyland for her birthday each year. Enough said! Lori, 24

Never take anything for granted. Kathryn, 21

There is always room for dessert. Laura, 22

"Shake it off." I have no doubt that because of his "shake it off" motto, he'll live a long, carefree, lovely life. Caroline, 28

Dad's Advice for Success

Always take risks (assuming they're safe). Ann, 24

If at first you don't "suc"-ceed, keep on suckin' 'til ya do "suc"-ceed! Laura, 23

There’s always someone out there who’s better than you at doing something, but that it doesn’t matter, just as long as you know you’re doing your best. Deanna, 23

There is no such thing as black and white, there is only grey. Ann, 27

My dad has taught me to be a very independent person, which I think has played a big part in who I am today and will hopefully make me a successful person in the future. Danielle, 20