What I Wish I Knew At Age 17

Here's everything everyone wish they knew at the age of 17. 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 17 year old, DUMP HIM!!!! He's not the one if all he does is sit on the couch and call you a b***h

Hey 17 year old, If you are looking for a job, or do you want to go to study, or do you want to make a training as a butcher. Don’t think to much about it!! Just do it, doesn’t matter what it is, or what you parents think about it.

Hey 17 year old, be calm about your future. Try to make a decision that will make you happy. Don't do something because your parents or someone tells you to do that. Do what you want to do. It's okay to try different things until you find what you really like

Hey 17 year old, Love what you are doing right now... because you gonna miss it afterwards but not realise this right now.

Hey 17 year old, , Dont let other take advantage of your true work the time you given to those they dont know the true value. For more greate advice check this young lady out on youtube its called Cultural story time she gives the best advice no matter what age you a

Hey 17 year old, Tell that girl how you feel and go on more dates and less serious relationships. You have plenty of time to settle down!

Hey 17 year old, Don’t feel ashamed about choosing a com. college. People will tell you community college is a poor decision because you will never finish. It’s simply not true, and the savings + scholarships allowed you to get your Master’s degree without any debt.

Hey 17 year old, Don't pick a major right away. It's okay to try things out, and it's okay if that takes longer. College shouldn't be a trade school, it's for you to discover amazing new things that will change how you see the world, so don't pigeon hole yourself

Hey 17 year old, I wish I knew that during your age I would choose to go study abroad, the world is the best school. There is so much to see and to learn. School and grades is not the most importance but good grade help you to have more opportunities in the future.

Hey 17 year old, Don’t choose to go to a college way too expensive for you because it’s your “dream school” or you think you’ll have a better experience. You’ll have the same experience anywhere. The debt isn’t worth it.

Hey 17 year old, and I'm an artist, being an artist is kinda hard but when you patiently understand it you will know what it is and why you are at that situation, some artist when they receive a compliment about their arts it will give them a smile.

Hey 17 year old, Live your life without being too scared. Fuck it should be a common thought of yours.

Hey 17 year old, don’t give up. there’s a reason for everything, sometimes it’s best to let go of the bad things and learn from it and push forward. you got this. i am proud of you.

Hey 17 year old, The college admission process is fairly scary if your parents aren't gung-ho about helping you decide on a school and find scholarships. Talk to your guidance counselor. This is actually what they're paid for.

Hey 17 year old, What I do in my life I confused I want to be a gamer

Hey 17 year old, Focus on your studies than social media dont waste your time in playing online games like pubg play with your friends outside

Hey 17 year old, Keep your emotions in your control,don't let those emotions control you

Hey 17 year old, Everyone around you is a human being, striving for happiness and fulfillment. They may find personal happiness in things that you dislike or see as inferior. That's OK! Learning to respect and understand others' preferences will help bring you peace.

Hey 17 year old, Stop trying to please others. Once you stop, you are finally able to find your true happiness. It’ll be hard at first, but it’ll be worth it.

Hey 17 year old, The only difference between ages 17 and 18 is one is legally recognized as being an adult. Don't expect to have planned out your entire life at this point. Take it easy, and figure things out along the way. You'll be fine.

Hey 17 year old, Take the path that scares you the most. I decided to take a career path that I had no industry connection or even an idea of how I was going to make it work. But that path has taken me to places I would have never imagined.

Hey 17 year old, a few years ago I was your age. I did stupid things that made me happy back then. This is why don't regret the stuff that once made you happy.

Hey 17 year old, Have you figured out what you want to be when you “grow up?” Career wise? If you have (or once you do), figure out a couple alternatives in case it doesn’t work for you. “Don’t put all your eggs into one basket.”

Hey 17 year old, If you’re dealing with anger, seek help. Find out what is causing it, if you don’t already know. Learn how to express it in healthy ways when you’re feeling it; don’t internalize it. Anger will stunt personal growth.

Hey 17 year old, Those gay feelings doesn't make you weird and your friends will not abandon you. When you tell them, they will hug you and say they think it's cool you told them. Also - that straight boy you have a crush on... he will end up being your first <3

Hey 17 year old, I know you're looking forward to being done with High school. If you're sure that you're going to college, go get a job in an office somewhere. It may be irrelevant to your education but it will teach you to approach school like a job.

Hey 17 year old, LEARN TO DRIVE (if you can afford it) OR YOU’LL REGRET IT

Hey 17 year old, don't feel ashamed if you haven't found yourself yet. It took me a while to do so, especially after being heartbroken. Don't let anyone become a barrier in front of your dreams and ambitions. You are worth it. It just takes time. Believe in yourself.

Hey 17 year old, Even the small choices can have a significant effect on your life so think before you do things

Hey 17 year old, that hearth broke won´t last forever, in some years you will just laugh you love THAT person.