What advice would you give your younger self? Reddit tells us...

There’s no easy recipe for adulthood. It’s tough, and it often becomes even tougher when we lose sight of who we were and how far we’ve come. That’s why it’s important to reflect on our journey every now and then.

As we approach the halfway point of 2024, we understand that you’ve likely faced your own share of challenges—whether it was a job opportunity that didn’t pan out, a heartbreak, a friendship that faded, or the loss of someone dear to you. If this year has been tough, know that you’re not alone; we’ve all been there.

During times like these, it can be helpful to seek advice from those who are older and wiser—people who have navigated similar experiences or who have lived different lives yet share the same time. So where do we find it? Ofcourse, we are influenced by the Gen-Z—it’s Reddit. So, we too turned to the platform to gather advice that users would give their younger selves. Trust us, it’s exactly what you may need right now.

“Quick, get a girl before you lose your hair.” — u/Grenades_N_Ham

“Be confident and believe in yourself, because you can do anything you set your mind to. If you fall short or make a mistake, don’t dwell on it or beat yourself up. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and keep hustling.” — u/Afraid-Pie-87

“It’s okay to quit sometimes. It doesn’t make you a loser; if anything, it makes you stronger.” — Unknown

“Focus on yourself more and less on how others judge you.” — u/Bluegalaxyqueen29

"Don't try to please everyone. In your quest to be likable, you'll inevitably encounter someone who opposes you. This can slowly erode your integrity. It's one thing to seek peace, compromise, and find balance; it's another to become a 'yes' person who loses sight of their own identity. Stay true to yourself and don't be afraid to let people get upset. In the end, they won't be thinking about you, trust me." — u/Amarilu84

“Don’t rush to move out on your own; you’re not as overweight as you think you are, and cherish your brother while he’s still around.” — u/Defiant_Ad9788

“Life is not an emergency.” — u/JBmadera

“Pick your battles. Not every little thing is worth arguing about, even if you believe you are right.” — u/ihopethatdogeatsurgf

“Stop pretending to be someone you are not to please someone who does not matter. No one cares, and no one’s judging. You are not the centre of their attention, and that’s a good thing.” — u/icecreamsandwitch

“You can lie to the world, but not to yourself.” — Unknown

“Dump him NOW—he will crush your spirit and spend your money. Pay ALL your bills! Use spreadsheets to keep track of spending.” — u/lborgia

“A smart girl knows how to love, but a smarter girl knows who to love.” — Unknown

“Go to therapy and take it seriously. Self-improvement is a constant process and starts within.” — u/Coldhound

“Nothing lasts forever—the good and the bad.” — Unknown

“Avoid credit cards. For real!” — u/Magpie580

“Failure is learning. Fail fast and often. Take a leap of faith in what you truly believe in. Don’t wait; the years stack up QUICK.” — Unknown

“If you’re scared to do it, do it.” — u/gobblegobbleMFkr

“Write that book series now—not when you have two kids, a house to run, and a job to go to. It’s not as easy when you’re tired and don’t have much time to yourself.” — u/B1GM4NM00B5

“It'll be okay. It really will. Be kinder to yourself. And don’t let that manager do ‘that’ to you; don’t apply there.” — u/PPPRCHN

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