To start off my little series, I'll be following Applejack and what she learns in the episodes most central to her character. today we'll be looking over Applebuck Season

Lesson: “While friendship is about giving of ourselves to friends, it’s also about accepting what our friends have to offer.”

Take Aways: 

When someone is trying to point out your flaws, you shouldn’t just blindly ignore them or get offended. Try to figure out why you’re doing what you’re doing, how it could be done better, and if you should even keep doing it. On the subject of character, there is no excuse for stubbornly staying stagnant. Accept help when you need it, and admit responsibility for your flaws.

Be sure to sleep regularly.

Even if you’re an expert at something-- even if you’ve been doing it for years and you know all the ins and outs-- don’t assume that your knowledge means you can do it on your own without fail. Fact of the matter is, you can’t do everything on your own. If you do, your method either stagnates, or you eventually start biting more than you can chew. Ask for help. Ask for advice. Ask for criticism. That’s how you grow.

Your pride can not only hurt you, but your friends, family, and community as well.