What is some advice you would have given yourself at 18 that would have prepared you for REAL ADULTING?

[Justneedtokno]

• don’t be afraid to try
• don’t try to cheat your self just to save a few bucks
• It’s OK to give people a chance, but don’t let them walk over you
• It’s OK to be quiet sometimes and not say what’s on your mind

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

Learn to focus on the things that matter you the most. Friends, for the most of it, can be replaced. Don't procrastinate.

Don't be immature. Not everything goes by the book. You need to bend the rules too, for your own longterm gain. Learn that.

Only do so much as you are told. Don't go the extra mile where it is not worth it. Give yourself more time than your work, or even your family for that matter.

Maintain a fine balance between your own demand and supply between friends and other people who know you. That way, you will be taken at least a bit seriously. Or even heard.

[Lionman95]

Figure out who you are and what you want. Then pursue that and don´t look left or right.

[bean2k21]

Manage your finances: Start building good habits with your money, such as creating a budget, saving for emergencies and retirement, and avoiding debt.

Take care of your physical and mental health: Regular exercise and a healthy diet can have a positive impact on your well-being, and it's important to seek help if you're struggling with mental health issues.

Build and maintain strong relationships: Nurture the relationships that are important to you, whether they're with family, friends, or romantic partners. Communication, empathy, and active listening can help to strengthen these connections.

Develop a strong work ethic and set career goals: Focus on building your skills and learning as much as you can in your field. Set achievable goals and work towards them consistently.

Seek out new experiences and continue to learn: Be open to trying new things and exploring new interests. Personal growth and self-discovery can be lifelong pursuits.

Remember, everyone's path to adulthood is different and there is no one "right" way to do it. The important thing is to be proactive and make decisions that are in line with your values and goals.

[Citizenkirk]

Take the dystopian themed novel 1984 more seriously, with the inverse situation applicable. Mob rule as repressive authoritarian regime is the rule of law in modern day America.
Sick little brothers and sisters are watching me.
G. S. militia stalk the disabled and misunderstood for sport.
T. I. s are struggling to regain thier right to exist.
If you think that this is a work of fiction writing in a short story narrative, than you are in for a very rude awakening. Doubt my version of events if you dare.
The devil is the only winner in that bet, and he is the people around you, judging, observing, deciding weather you are going to live, or die. You won't get a second chance to impress the scum of the Earth.
The meek, will inherit the Earth. They are the gremlins, trolls, ogre's, and banshees of this realm of corporate greed and social intolerance. Someday, a wrath will appear to set things right.
There will be no mercy for a population of people lacking in humanity or compassion. The Church and State are united in thier agenda's to exterminate the innocent and the disadvantaged.
If the righteous will inherit the Earth, where will the good people go?

[DizzyDesii]

Dont give second chances. Go to trade school instead of college. Wait til marriage for sex (which i knew and tried but failed at). Start networking very early on in life. Travel everywhere you want before 2020. Keep up the workout routine. I wish i could say dont date any of the people you dated lmao

[libsaretards]

My first true love left me not too long after turning 18. My advice to me at that age would be "Control your emotions. Lean on your loved ones and do not process this pain alone. Whatever you do, leave her alone and accept that it is over".

[SeriouslyFunny00]

Do not believe in "perfect timing". Any time is the right time to start to do what you love.

[Jay3344]

Stay hydrated, stop smoking weed, forget college and do something you love. Buy Tesla, Apple, or Amazon stocks and sell at their peak. Buy bitcoin and sell at $70,000. Take all that money and buy a house and pool near the beach. Enjoy

[Sixgunsound]

Stand up for yourself, don't take anyone's crap for any reason.

[Aerissa_Jade]

Don't worry about the future, you will do fine... better than you could ever have imagined.

[AviatorTom]

When I was 18, I knew everything, and would not listen to other's advice. So, there's not much I could have told my younger self that would make any difference.

[magiusX26]

stay single and dont ever bother trying to deal with dating.

most of your supposed friends and most of your blood family are toxic and not worth helping.

save your money for later.

[Guanfei]

Don't trust anyone, not even family.

Do not believe in love, you'll never get it, so focus on school and work.

Don't give up on school no matter how hard it is.

Don't become an adult, they suck and they're mostly miserable.

[NathanDavis]

have a plan... in advance

do not just start figuring things out till you're 22... lmao

[PBandJ_Nerd]

I was still in school at that age so there's not really anything I could say.

[Shark_61695]

Just kill yourself, it will save you regretting failure later.

[whorable]

amen

[Anonymous]

don't believe the elders only because they're older. Many of them are still stuck in Kindergarten.

[Opinion Owner]

Or they don't know stuff and pretend that they do.

[grega239]

Id tell myself to be indifferent towards everyone

[Alwayreckles93]

To put myself first before others.

[BJP21]

Get out and be more sociable.

[Anonymous]

Don’t go to America to study. You should just enjoy life travelling.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Materialism is a major scam.

[krin_m]

All good advice! :-)

[Jmmmfi4]

Go to fucking College

[Luopio27]

Never trust the system.

[PainusNdeeAnus]

Buy a houseboat

[msc545]

STOP with the crazy sex bahavior!

[Nominal]

Emigrate.

[Anonymous]

DON'T GROW UP. IT'S A TRAP.

[PatriceONeal]

Ignore women