Minions masterclass: 15 life lessons we learned from the Despicable Me cuties

1. Always look on the bright side of life

If there’s one thing the minions have taught us, it’s that approaching life with a big fat smile on your face is a surefire way to have a good time.

Find the positives, guys.

The minions never try to be someone - or something - that they’re not. Instead, they always stay true to who they are.

Be who you are, minion-lovers. Because who you are is, actually, pretty damn amazing.

Whether it’s something as simple as a hug, or a smile, or a kind word, it’s so important to take a little time and look around you every once in a while. After all, life moves pretty fast - you don’t want to miss any of it!

The minions are proof that, when we look out for each other and stand united, we’re more likely to live a happy life.

So be a good friend; when your BFFs need you, make sure you’re there for them - and they’ll return the favour when you need picking up, too.

This one says it all really, doesn’t it? If you try your best, you’re more likely to be the best version of you there is - trust us.

Work is important, sure - but there are more important things in life. Find the fun in what you do, and always give it your best shot, but don’t live to work. You should be working to live, okay?

There comes a time in life when you have to let go of all the pointless drama and the people who create it; instead, surround yourself with the people who make you laugh so hard you forget about the bad and focus solely on the good.

After all, life’s too short to be anything but happy.

When your loved ones are feeling down, don’t just try to ignore it and hope they’ll feel better. Instead, give them a hug and let them know that they can talk to you when they’re feeling down. It’s the minion way.

Girlfriends, big or small, you need to worship that body. It’s the only one you've got.*

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14. Know the power of the banana

After all these minion movies, we all know the power of bananas is well worth investing in. Get your five a day, every day; it’ll give you the energy you need for a minion-worthy song and dance!

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Just because something isn’t happening for you right now doesn’t mean it will never happen. Stay positive, take action, and never give up. After all, there’s no such thing as an ending - only a new beginning.

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