Buzz·Posted on Apr 2, 201517 Important Things That Ellen DeGeneres Taught YouShe's basically a modern day saint.by Nia AlavezosBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. Never feel ashamed that you're different and always follow your heart. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. No matter how hard life can be, never stop moving forward. 3. The only thing worth labeling is food. 4. Physical appearance has nothing to do with actual beauty. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 5. Stick it out through the hard times, things get better. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. Never be afraid to make yourself vulnerable. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. Always treat others around you with respect. 8. Be kind to others because it will take you far in life. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 9. Don't pay attention to all the haters, they're just jealous of how awesome you are. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 10. It's OK to take time out and grieve the ones you've lost. 11. Having confidence is the key to success. View this post on 12. If you're gonna judge people, judge them for what matters. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Always stay positive. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. You should be free to love anyone you want. 15. Try not to take yourself too seriously. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 16. You can make your own rules the older you get. 17. But most importantly, never forget how to have a little fun. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF