Yes, it was just a television show aimed to generate laughs. However, throughout its episodes, I Love Lucy became much more than a half hour comedy. In fact, through the lives of Ricky and Lucy Ricardo along with the company of their neighbors, Fred and Ethel Mertz, the hilariously outlandish antics of this classic series truly present us with five lessons about how to approach life.
First, always stand up for what you believe in.
Even if you need to don a fake beard because you want your husband to shave off his mustache, do it. In order to make a difference, you must be strong. So, whenever you know something is right, never let people deter you from your opinion. Thus, like Lucy, be courageous and do whatever it takes to create the change you seek.
Second, surround yourself with those who make you the best version of yourself.
I Love Lucy would not be the show it was and still is without Fred and Ethel. Although friendships may include a few spats and silent treatments (especially when lawsuits are filed over broken television sets), the unbreakable mutual care and concern for each other will prevail. So, whether we rely on a parent, a sibling or a neighbor, we all need at least one person by our sides who challenges us to go outside of our comfort zones and be the best we can be.
Third, your personality is more valuable than your looks.
Without a doubt, Lucille Ball was gorgeous. However, beauty includes more than just our appearances. In fact, even when wearing a potato sack dress, Lucy proves that a good attitude is what truly matters most. Thus, do not worry about buying only designer clothes or fancy sports cars. Rather, be happy with what you have and let your personality shine through.
Fourth, never be afraid to try something new.
Even when her job at the chocolate factory was not so sweet, Lucy showed us that we at least need to put our best effort forward. We will never known our own strengths and passions if we let our fears control us. So, do something new and wacky, challenging yourself to be bold and daring.
Fifth, be yourself.
Even amid the most embarrassing situations like getting her foot stuck in a pail of cement, Lucy taught us to be proud of who we are. No matter what situation we face or what other people say about us, we have to know our own self-worth and present ourselves as quirky, yet irreplaceable. Simply put, we decide who we are and thus, ought to be who we want.
Decades later, although we are only left with reruns now, these lessons and more serve as proof as to why we still love Lucy.
Sincerely,
Ash
Sincerely, Ash 
