Brits reveal top pearls of wisdom shared by their mums for navigating life

1. If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all

2. If you don’t ask, you don’t get

3. Put money aside on payday before you start spending

4. Keep spare cash in your wallet, “just in case”

5. If you’re not sure about something, sleep on it

6. Don’t go to bed angry

7. Keep a spare set of house keys with someone you trust

8. Don’t go to someone’s house empty-handed

9. Never borrow money from your friends

10. Lay your clothes out the night before so you’re not rushing to get ready in the morning

11. Always take a jacket even if it looks sunny

12. Keep a list of important numbers written down, not just on your phone

13. Keep a basic first aid kit in the bathroom cupboard

14. Put your keys in the same place every day so you don’t lose them

15. Deep clean the house before you go on holiday, to make coming home easier

16. Always have a birthday card in the drawer “for emergencies”

17. Never do the food shop when you’re hungry

18. Always have emergency snacks on a long journey

19. Always have your phone fully charged before you go out

20. Always carry a bottle of water with you

21. Pack a snack in your bag so you’re not “spending silly money”

22. Never send a text when angry

23. Always have a loaf of bread in the freezer

24. Fill up with petrol before the light comes on

25. If in doubt, make a cup of tea

26. Always keep a warm coat in the boot in case the car breaks down

27. Always print paper tickets in case your phone runs out of battery

28. Never make big life decisions on an empty stomach

29. Never leave the house without an umbrella, even if it’s sunny

30. Return a borrowed car with a tank full of petrol