13 Wise Souls Share The Advice They Would Give Their Younger Self

“I know you don’t like to quit, but please don’t see everything through. It’s okay to quit what doesn’t feel like a good fit for you – college major, relationship, job.” — MainCoon0

“Don’t worry so much about what people want for you — think about what YOU want and live for yourself.” — kathyanne38

“Please love yourself more. You won’t know it for a while, you won’t see it when it happens, but you do matter and there are people who love you. They see you as a positive in life and they care more about you than you’ve ever cared to see. So love yourself. You’ll be nicer. You’ll hurt less.“ — nino_blanco720

“If you don’t know much about the path to your dream job, then talk to people who do.” — LifeofSMILEY

“Experience as much as you can before you commit long term to anything or anyone. Travel as much as you can. Date as much as you can. Work as much as you can. Do as much school as you can. Meet as many people as possible! Do as many activities as you can. Frankly, this is advice for life, but if it involves a longer commitment, do as much of that thing as you can before you commit. School, work, and partners especially. Don’t settle.” — 32_Belly_Option

“Humans are icky overall, but many put in the effort of decency. Do not bother with the ones who have no concept of that effort (in practice or otherwise).” — wthwtfwthwtf-_-

“You can have a ‘normal’ job and be happy. As kids we’re bombarded with this notion that we have to chase some out of reach, glamorous, movie worthy dream to make life meaningful. So I did for too long and was absolutely miserable. Finally had enough of it and moved into an IT career. Now after several years in the industry I’m happier than ever and work with a feeling of real fulfillment. I’m learning every day and have a genuine understanding of how we’re all digitally connected on a technical level and it’s actually mind blowing. I wish I’d known earlier that a ‘normal’ life is the most meaningful kind of life for me.” — Mikeness_Monster

“It’s ok to fail. It’s ok to take one class at a time. It’s all good as long as you’re working towards something that you really want to do.” — tallnorshort

“Don’t let the opinions of others determine your worth. Don’t stress too much over things you have no control over. Don’t let others put you down, don’t be shy, don’t ever let anyone take your happiness and take everything step by step.” — Dangerous_Mermaid

“Romanticize life, don’t be afraid of mistakes and treat every trauma as a character development.” — Expert_Belt_6076

“Stay single in your 20s. When you’re ready for relationship be super picky and don’t ignore those red flags.” — latincuti03

“Learn to cook, even if it’s just basic things. Eating out too much can cost you financial security in your future.” — ReasonableAgency7725

“Most people don’t change, and the ones who do not much if at all. You are not a psychiatrist, a life coach, or a parent. It is not your job to sacrifice your time, finance, emotions, and thoughts with the hope that one day it gets better. Or with unpacking someone else’s mindset which takes a lifetime to uncover. We are all humans and make mistakes. But it is okay for some people even if well intentioned to get left behind if the chaos they bring is too much.” — MarigoldNCM1101

“Go have fun. No, seriously. Go have fun. Enjoy life and screw the overwhelming expectations you put on yourself. Let go and just enjoy life, dude.” — AirWalker9