What do you wish someone told you when you were 18?
After a few more cups of coffee, a couple hours of deliberation, and some quick back-and-forth text discussions with people I respect, here are 18 things I wish someone told me when I was 18: Commit yourself to making lots of little mistakes when you’re young.
What should I say to my daughter on her 18th birthday?
Welcome to adulthood, kiddo. Happy 18th Birthday! You just went from being one of my favorite kids, to being one of my favorite adults! Being an adult suits you. You always were wise beyond your years. Now that you’re 18, I hope you don’t start worrying about acting like a grownup. You’re amazing just the way you are.
What are some happy birthday wishes for an 18-year-old?
Welcome to adulthood, kiddo. Happy 18th Birthday! You just went from being one of my favorite kids, to being one of my favorite adults! Being an adult suits you.
What advice Would you give Your 18-year-old self?
– If I could offer my 18-year-old self some real career advice, I’d tell myself not to base my career choice solely on other people’s ideas, goals and recommendations. I’d tell myself not to pick a major because it’s popular, or statistically creates graduates who make the most money.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vM6vaNn4QKI
What do people think and say about you?
What they think and say about you isn’t important. What is important is how you feel about yourself. Always be honest with yourself and others. – Living a life of honesty creates peace of mind, and peace of mind is priceless. Period. Talk to lots of people in college and early on in your career.
Do you have to be who other people want you to be?
You do not have to be who other people want (or expect) you to be. And you do not have to feel pressured from other people around you. You never have to do what other people are doing or join something you know is not a good idea. Your actions, too, bring these values to life every day.
What are some things you learned growing up that you didn’t realize?
I remember how much I thought I knew, when in reality I knew nothing at all. There are some things we all learned growing up but didn’t realize until looking back on it. 1. Your parents were always right. As much as you hated to hear it, mom and dad were right.
Is the conversation I had with an 18-year-old boy nostalgic?
But on the walk home I realized the conversation I had with that 18-year-old was actually quite nostalgic. He reminded me of me when I was his age, more than twenty years ago. I had so many questions back then. So, I started thinking about his questions again, and I began imagining all of the little things I wish someone had told me when I was 18.
Does what other people think about you matter?
– For the most part, what other people think and say about you doesn’t matter. When I was 18, I let the opinions of my high school and early college peers influence my decisions. And, at times, they steered me away from ideas and goals I strongly believed in.
Do you have to tell people what you’re thinking?
You have to tell people what you’re thinking if you’re looking for a response. Make swift decisions and take immediate action. – Either you’re going to take action and seize new opportunities, or someone else will first.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf8uQHLl7Sc