10 Things You Learned Growing Up With Harry Potter

Beyond the correct pronunciation of Wingardium Leviosa, we muggles learned a lot from Ms. Rowling. Here's some of the life lessons picked up from following the wizarding world.

1. Sometimes you need to stand up to your friends.

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Even if they freeze you, they'll still respect you for it.

2. Chocolate makes everything better

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When a werewolf says eat, you eat.

3. Even when your heart is broken, never lose sight of yourself.

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He'll come back when he comes to his senses. In the meantime, save the world.

4. Challenge authority

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And always fight corruption with fireworks

5. Evil words always hurt

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6. Keep your friends humble

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Especially when fangirls are involved.

7. Don't let love pass you by

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If you think someone's special, you're probably not the only one. She's brilliant - just ask her out already!

8. Heroes come in all shapes and sweaters

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Never underestimate others based on your own assumptions.

9. You will lose loved ones, but you still have their love.

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Sometimes that love can even save your life.

10. Friendship is everything.

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Friends help you fight evil and help you walk home when you've had too much butterbeer.

11. Just because your friend trusts a giant spider, doesn't mean it won't eat you

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Okay, so I lied about there only being 10.