Buzz·Posted on Mar 18, 201525 Invaluable Life Lessons We've Learned From Cookie On "Empire"The streets ain't made for everybody, that's why they made sidewalks.by Brice SanderBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. Command a room from the moment you enter it. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. Always dress to impress, whether in the boardroom... 3. ...or the prison yard. 4. Demand respect. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 5. Don't be afraid to call people out on their bullshit. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. Especially if they're being a hater. 7. And if you need to, put them in their place. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. Actually, always put people in their place. 9. Make sure everyone knows what you're capable of. 10. But also, know your limits. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 11. Show your soft side every once in a while. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 12. Coin a catchphrase... 13. Or two. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. Share your wisdom with the world. 15. Seriously, drop wisdom bombs whenever the opportunity presents itself. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 16. Dance what you feel. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 17. And say what you feel. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 18. But also know how to get your message across with just one look. 19. Try to accept people for who they are. 20. Know that owning your sexuality can be a powerful thing. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 21. But don't compromise your morals. 22. Consider the power of prayer. 23. Just know it might not solve all your problems. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 24. Put family first. 25. And always stay true to yourself. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF