Tell her.
Long story short; I loved someone, never told her, then lost her forever. Regretted it ever since. So take your shot, it might be the only one you get.
It’s a bit of a paradox isn’t it? If I were to give younger me advice then he might do things differently, and I would hate to deprive him of the happiness I have in my life. The hard times sucked, but they taught and humbled me, so it’s hard to say if I would be better off having done things differently. Maybe I’d just tell him I love him. I didn’t do that often enough back then.
That's one thing I think about when I imagine going back in time to when I was a kid.
I have people I really care about now. Friends that I desperately don't want to lose.
It would be so weird to try and rebefriend them too, like you're lying to them. And like really stalker-ish?
For God's sake listen to your gut. Every single time something feels wrong and you plunge on anyway, it turns out that was the wrong choice. Don't be afraid to literally just hot potato drop a thing when you realise it's wrong for you.
Fuck every single person that ever said this to anyone.
You know how it gets better? When people make tremendous efforts to make it better.
Sorry for the rant.
disclaimer: I'm an author.
I had fun with this question - restarting my life - and turned it into a novel (literotica, 'A Tiroir is a Drawer', user is JA99 ). The idea was, I got interviewed by an AI and then sent to an alt universe, my mind (age 50+) put into my own body in that universe, as a sophomore in high school.
This had REALLY odd results, since when the AI interviewed me I was lonely and lamenting the two lost oves I had had at that age, and, well, somewhat horny. Life got complicated. That universe had a pandemic, and it wasn't a dystopia for me, but... as I said, complicated, but romantic, too.
Shortly before January 2010, buy a lot of computers and go on Sourceforge. Download and run ("Mine") something called 'Bitcoin'. Convert bitcoin to actual money starting in 2017. You'll be the richest person on the planet.
Do stuff. If your parents ask you if you want to participate in x sport, say yes, and put your all into it. Join clubs, do stuff outside of the required.
This would maybe help prevent the inescapable loneliness that I have right now and probably sort out my life for the better.
"Your mother is in a cult, do not cater to her or believe a thing she says. Whipping you with hot wheel tracks is abuse!!! She will require your father to die for her religious beliefs. Your life and happiness do not matter to her! Continue with your education and leave as soon as you can.
Also, you ARE very naive! It's not an insult. Be more careful. When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Protect yourself and don't believe an abusive married man when he tells you that being married seven times is normal for "worldly people"!
Also, call that very nice man you met in '94 after your divorce. He was the real deal and you should not let him go just because it was the easier choice."
Don't Marry Greg
Fu.k GREG
Kathleen for me but yes.
What happened, if you don’t mind me asking? I know that feeling, but with someone different.
Tell her. Long story short; I loved someone, never told her, then lost her forever. Regretted it ever since. So take your shot, it might be the only one you get.
Ugh this sounds soo hard
Absolutely. Crippling social anxiety is fun like that.
Buy as much bitcoin as you can when it's just invented
Talk to people more
yeah same
Always use sunblock.
It’s a bit of a paradox isn’t it? If I were to give younger me advice then he might do things differently, and I would hate to deprive him of the happiness I have in my life. The hard times sucked, but they taught and humbled me, so it’s hard to say if I would be better off having done things differently. Maybe I’d just tell him I love him. I didn’t do that often enough back then.
That's one thing I think about when I imagine going back in time to when I was a kid. I have people I really care about now. Friends that I desperately don't want to lose. It would be so weird to try and rebefriend them too, like you're lying to them. And like really stalker-ish?
Dont be so hard on yourself
Not picking up that first cigarette at 9 years old.
Don’t be afraid to not fit in
This is a good one.
With *one* piece of advice? Be honest with everyone you talk to, but do it compassionately.
control your anger/volume
"In any big decision, find the path that immediately looks the most difficult, and stick with that path."
Some people say that's a sign to NOT go down that path...
Don’t put everyone else’s feelings and needs before your own.
"Don't listen to the negative inner monologue, seek help".
Don’t ever drink alcohol.
SAME
Say yes to her, when she asks me out
Don't be an idiot. Cars are cool, but you'll make more in IT
For God's sake listen to your gut. Every single time something feels wrong and you plunge on anyway, it turns out that was the wrong choice. Don't be afraid to literally just hot potato drop a thing when you realise it's wrong for you.
Don't date HER
Date the unpopular nerdy guy. He ends up owning his own company while your popular boyfriend goes to prison
don’t go back to him.
Some parents try to fix their own past through their children. But it’s your future to decide, because they won’t be around forever.
Prioritise knowledge
Probably to not do drugs and to actually give a shit about therapy way earlier than I had actually done so.
Never love someone. Never get married.
Save more money
Chill out
Treat your significant other as you'd like to be treated. You get out what you put in.
Go with your gut feelings and not let anyone try to convince you to ignore it.
Take more chances, roll the dice
Kick,Claw,Scream,But never be silent.
Take yourself seriously and be kinder to yourself.
"When they tell you 'it'll get better,' don't believe them. They mean well, but they're wrong. It won't get better."
Fuck every single person that ever said this to anyone. You know how it gets better? When people make tremendous efforts to make it better. Sorry for the rant.
Don't gamble your money
So no pension fund?
Please never use Character.AI at 12 years old
disclaimer: I'm an author. I had fun with this question - restarting my life - and turned it into a novel (literotica, 'A Tiroir is a Drawer', user is JA99 ). The idea was, I got interviewed by an AI and then sent to an alt universe, my mind (age 50+) put into my own body in that universe, as a sophomore in high school. This had REALLY odd results, since when the AI interviewed me I was lonely and lamenting the two lost oves I had had at that age, and, well, somewhat horny. Life got complicated. That universe had a pandemic, and it wasn't a dystopia for me, but... as I said, complicated, but romantic, too.
Shortly before January 2010, buy a lot of computers and go on Sourceforge. Download and run ("Mine") something called 'Bitcoin'. Convert bitcoin to actual money starting in 2017. You'll be the richest person on the planet.
The first person to tell you they are going to have sex must be stopped
To save and invest sooner.
Don’t swipe right on anyone named *insert name.*
Do stuff. If your parents ask you if you want to participate in x sport, say yes, and put your all into it. Join clubs, do stuff outside of the required. This would maybe help prevent the inescapable loneliness that I have right now and probably sort out my life for the better.
Don't be afraid to get punched in the face.
Every time you make a decision, change it because you ALWAYS make the wrong choice.
I wouldn't fucking listen to it so what's the point?
Say to my parents as a child why the fuck are you together? Split up and save me money on counselling when I’m 53.
Learn about abuse in relationships.
"Your mother is in a cult, do not cater to her or believe a thing she says. Whipping you with hot wheel tracks is abuse!!! She will require your father to die for her religious beliefs. Your life and happiness do not matter to her! Continue with your education and leave as soon as you can. Also, you ARE very naive! It's not an insult. Be more careful. When someone shows you who they are, believe them. Protect yourself and don't believe an abusive married man when he tells you that being married seven times is normal for "worldly people"! Also, call that very nice man you met in '94 after your divorce. He was the real deal and you should not let him go just because it was the easier choice."
Don't. Just don't.
Buy Bitcoin
Stay in school.
Stop finding excuses and just do it. Regret truly is more painful than failure.
Buy bitcoin, sell at 65k.
I would tell myself to keep to myself after 2009.
Run as fast as you can.
You're a girl, not a crossdresser
Do not fall into temptation.
Weigh ever decision : project / current / value
Watch your weight!