Monica Geller was the most mature of the six Friends, and her lifestyle and mindset teach valuable life lessons to fans.

Monica Geller was arguably the most mature character in Friends. A mother by nature, she enjoyed being in charge of the group dynamic and looking after her friends, whether giving Rachel a home or supporting Joey's acting endeavors.

Monica might be occasionally annoying and overly intense, but Monica's lifestyle and mindset still teach fans valuable life lessons. She goes through many ups and downs throughout the show's 10 seasons, but she never gives up or backs down. Monica is a true role model, and her storyline remains compelling for millions of twenty-somethings watching the show.

10 Helping Others Goes A Long Way

During the pilot, one of Friends' all-time best episodes, Monica lets Rachel move in with her, kickstarting the entire series. This kindness allows Rachel to start a new life, which cements Monica and Rachel's sisterly bond and launches a new chapter in their lives.

Sometimes people don't realize how much a single action can mean to others. Monica didn't have to take Rachel in; she had no way of knowing how much her life would change for the better by doing it. People can help themselves by helping others, even if they don't always realize it.

9 Letting Go Isn't Easy, But It's For The Best

Monica has three meaningful relationships throughout the show, and she ends two because she realizes that they have no future. Her breakup with Richard is particularly difficult for her, and she even describes forgetting him as "the single most difficult thing" she ever had to do.

People might become overly attached to others, to the point where they can't imagine living without them. However, it's important to let go of hurtful relationships or simply not working. It might be hard and painful, but it'll eventually be for the best.

8 Getting Fired Isn't The End Of The World

In the first season, Monica is a successful chef on her way to one day leading her own kitchen. However, she gets fired during the second half of the season, forcing her to become a singing waitress at a '60s-themed diner. Recovering eventually, Monica succeeds and becomes a head chef.

Monica is thus an example of perseverance. She becomes depressed and somewhat lost after losing her job, but she doesn't allow that to sink her. Sometimes, people will not fit in certain jobs and might even get fired. However, it's not the end of the world but a momentary setback. Getting fired isn't necessarily a sign of failure and can even be an opportunity to move on to better things.

7 Love Can Hide In The Most Unexpected Places

Monica dreamed of finding her one true love since childhood, but her love life as an adult was nothing like she thought. Monica's most memorable and significant relationships on Friends (Richard, Pete, and Chandler) all came to be under unconventional circumstances: Richard was considerably older, Pete had to work his way to her heart, and Chandler was the love that was always there, but she never recognized it.

People might sometimes have a clear idea of love, only to discover it's something else entirely. Monica had to adapt her expectations and consider the opportunities that life presented, which millions of people will also do. Sometimes love can be in the most unexpected places, perhaps on an old family friend or someone who might not seem a right fit at first glance.

6 Cleanliness Is Highly Appreciated

Most of Monica's comedy centers around her need for cleanliness. From going to her brother's ex-girlfriend's apartment at night to buying cleaning supplies to wash a dirty car parked on the street, Monica is a so-called "clean freak."

Most of her friends consider her habits annoying or exaggerated, but the truth is cleanliness is a must, and not many people excel at it. For example, a clean apartment speaks highly of whoever lives in it. Personal hygiene is also crucial, and someone who looks sharp and smells nice will go a long way.

5 A Traumatic Childhood Shouldn't Define Our Adult Lives

Ross and Monica are the best sibling duo. They might have differences, and Monica greatly resents how much attention he receives from their parents, but she never lets that come in between their relationship. She also holds no grudges against her mother, who often treats her carelessly or outright cruelly.

Monica had a difficult childhood living under Ross' shadow and dealing with weight issues. However, she chooses not to let these things define her adult life. It's hard to let go of childhood trauma, but it's eventually for the best. Some pain might never leave entirely, but that doesn't mean people can't learn how to handle it.

4 Rules Can Be Fun

Monica was the most strict and by-the-book member of the six friends. She loved rules because she acknowledged how important they are for something to truly work. Sure, rules can be boring or restrictive, but they exist for a reason.

The world often glamorizes rule-breakers and rebels, and while some rules are outdated and should be torn down, others are vital for a correct and healthy coexistence. Breaking rules can seem alluring at a young age, but maturity sometimes means acknowledging that following a specific directive is not that bad. In fact, some victories taste sweeter when achieved by the book.

3 There's Nothing Wrong With Being The Best

Highly competitive and always demanding the best from her and those around her, Monica loves being the best. She works harder than anyone, always giving 110% to everything she does, be it a cooking class or a casual ping pong game. Monica also loves rubbing her victories on other people's noses, which might be unsportsmanlike but makes for great comedy.

Although Monica takes her desire for victory to the extremes, she also exhibits a refreshing comfort with being the best. Often, people might feel self-conscious about sticking out and instead try to blend in with the crowd. However, there's nothing wrong with excelling at something and being proud of it. Each person often has to be their own cheerleader before others recognize their achievements.

2 Life Isn't Always Like We Plan It

Out of the six friends, Monica is the one who had her life planned out. Since childhood, she chose her kids' names and pictured how perfect her life would be. As an adult, Monica realized her life didn't turn out as planned; Richard didn't want children, and her professional career had more ups and downs than anticipated. After marrying Chandler, she learned they had trouble conceiving.

However, Monica showed resilience and didn't allow anything to hold her back. She adapted to her circumstances, quickly accepting that plans don't always work out. Life is too wild and unpredictable to anticipate, and people need to understand that just because things don't go according to plan, it doesn't mean they're any less meaningful.

1 Don't Be Afraid Of Change

Monica and Ross are Friends' most stubborn and unwavering characters. However, they both do some serious growing throughout the show, eventually overcoming their pride and learning how to compromise. Monica, in particular, exhibits a gift for adaptability that not many people have.

Things aren't always easy, and Monica often gets into sticky situations, but she never allows herself to get stuck in one problem. People need to be flexible and deal with the many changes life throws their way. Nothing stays the same, but the secret is not becoming too fixated on anything. Monica is the perfect example of how a person can learn from change, thus becoming a better person.

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