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What I Wish I Knew At Age 16

Here's everything everyone wish they knew at the age of 16. If it's good advice, hit the upvote button. The number next to it indicates the age the author wrote it at. Feel like there's something missing? Add a new message!



Hey 16 year old, Start coming up with career ideas you can do despite your health issues. You aren’t defined by them, you are so much more.
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Hey 16 year old, Start working out now, and by the time your 20 you will have 5 years of being in the best shape of anyone around you, and be in good standing to be healthy for the next 40 years of your life.
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Hey 16 year old, Stop worrying about others. Focus on yourself.
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Hey 16 year old, don't worry about being cool in high school. All your close friends will be people after high school that actually share your interests. It's a training ground to make mistakes and be embarrassed, none of it will matter once you leave.
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Hey 16 year old, Be honest and proud of who you are. Your life will end up for the better.
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Hey 16 year old, Before you decide on college, really understand what it is you want out of it. I went to community college to get my AA and then spent another 3 years attending a state university. I wish I had taken the time to research and think first.
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Hey 16 year old, this is just a casual reminder that, whether you choose higher education or not, high school drama disappears really quick when you walk the stage. Try your hardest to make and secure friendships and don't sweat people that don't like you.
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Hey 16 year old, Learn how to study, not everything will always come easily
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Hey 16 year old, when thinking of what you want to do later, think first to what you are talented for before thinking of what you love.
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Hey 16 year old, take some time to find your passions. Deeply explore hobbies and things you find super interesting. Read about that weird thing you've liked for as long as you can remember. Learn something you've always wanted to learn.
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Hey 16 year old, a good way to grow out of your insecurities and thoughts of inadequacy is to focus on your strength. And realize that others care about your insecurities as much as you care about theirs.
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Hey 16 year old, Make the most of the time you have now with your closest friends
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Hey 16 year old, Figure out where you're going. You're young now and have lots of time. Figure out what you love and how you can do build a career out of it. If you don't love anything, start exploring. Now is the time.
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Hey 16 year old, University /college isn’t for everyone. You can make a good life for yourself without going through further education
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Hey 16 year old, When you feel sad, worried, stressed out, or suicidal, please find a counselor/therapist and even a psychiatrist to assess your mental state and give you the help you need. The way you feel is always important and worth getting better. Take care of y
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Hey 16 year old, If you're having sex at this age, it's okay. You are still beautiful, worthy, and good.
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Hey 16 year old, If the person you like turns you down, don't keep trying. "There are plenty of fish in the sea" and rejection is a part of life. Plus, you have to respect your crush's choices; they know what they want.
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Hey 16 year old, wear your seatbelt.
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Hey 16 year old, It’s okay if you don’t know what love is like yet. There’s nothing wrong with you. Your own definition will come in time, trust me.
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Hey 16 year old, If you're in love with a friend, you tell them that, and they don't say "yes" back, their response means "no".
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Hey 16 year old, You’ll find your people, even if they’re nothing like what you’d expect.
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Hey 16 year old, Start paying attention to the healthy activities that bring you joy.
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Hey 16 year old, Try to start saving some money. It's harder to get in the habit as you get older, and you only start after you get back on your feet after desperately needing it. Get ahead of the game.
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Hey 16 year old, Don't take highschool for granted, classes are always a drag but the connections you build in highschool will set you up for after.
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Hey 16 year old, Find a job and start building some savings
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Hey 16 year old, You don't need a boyfriend or Girlfriend to be cool. You still rock and deserve to be happy with anyone you choose.
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Hey 16 year old, if you’re feeling down, like you’re drowning, like the world is too much, reach out. People care. Maybe your parents aren’t the best people to talk to, but trust me there are others out there who understand how you’re feeling. Don’t do this alone.
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Hey 16 year old, It’s ok to cut people out, it’s normal but what is NOT NORMAL is if they hurt and abuse your feelings. Cut those people out!
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Hey 16 year old, Be the kindest person you can be. Don't be a doormat or someone who just does what everyone else wants, but be yourself in the kindest, boldest way possible. Be empathetic toward others. Every single person has a struggle you can't see.
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Hey 16 year old, The next few years of your life is going to be pivotal. The divergence between the life you'll live and the live you could have had is dependent on whether you set goals and go on to achieve them. Don't float through life waiting for tomorrow.
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