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Learn how money works in your age. Old advice and wisdom can be outdated but be sure to check on it because some of it is time tested and economic history rhymes in time. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Most of the world is run by people considered "average". Being average is underappreciated. Being average is sufficient and is worth loving. Anything more is a bonus. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Always try to find the right tool for each job. Observe a professional and/or take classes before you convince yourself that you know how to do it. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Try to avoid proxy feelings because they cause you to have false feelings sometiems. Always only consider first hand information first and then external information a little less. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Getting angry is ok but what we do when we get angry must be moderated. Words cant go back into your mouth again and broken hearts take a long time to heal. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
who called first or who calls most matters very little compared to what happens in the call. It might just be anxiety. But be cautious of any abuse on your emotions. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Family you pick as an adult can be as good as and as important as family you got from birth. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Do not force guilt on yourself for damage that is not caused by you, just because you could have prevented it if you were more capable. It's a learning experience, not a punishable offense. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
do not keep all of your thoughts in their abstract form in your mind. put some down on paper - it reduces some burden, do get back to it later. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
vengeance is a horroble thing to seek. especially within close family. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Charity can be a good habit. Explore how you can set limits around it too. Encourage and let other people do it too. Dont overburden yourself for it. Nature of help is to cease in the future. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
More often than not, when you find someone isnt reachig your expectation, they are probably having a hard time trying to. Assume positive intent always. Helps you more than them. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
If you ever want to surprise me, get electronic gadgets. If you ever want to surprise amma, anything pretty + cheap + functional is good. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Identity is more flexible than it feels. However, dont push it too much to fit in. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Some spices are usually considerably cheaper in different country themed stores. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Do not say/feel "i told you so" when your theory just happens to be correct by chance. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
There's always more that you dont know than do know. If someone doesnt know something, teach but dont judge. At least to begin with. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Some of your heros may have bad side/past/aspect of life - instead of (or once you're done) reacting adversely to it, do learn how it affects them and others around them. Ack their good side still. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Social groups that heavily depend on a single charismatic person to exist, can be problematic. be in groups where everyone is valued about the same. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Wallet, phone, house keys & car keys, watch, glasses, badge, belt - checklist to go out. Its ok not to take some, but just know what you are leaving out. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Nothing you ever did really goes to waste. Knowledge has a way of accumulating in many ways to bear a useful fruit some day. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
Your life arc has made you who you are. given someone else's arc you may have turned out like they did. Empathize as such. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
You matter. As much as everyone else. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
You are not alone. This can be positive or negative or both sometimes. But you are a knot in the fabric of humanity. your success or failure affects several circles around you. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
It may be impossible to waste anyone's time because often they dont own it. Dont waste anyone's interest. 0 ItsMeForRealNow 1 »
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About this forum

This sub is supposed to be something I and my brother-in-law writing down for my daughter as something we give her when she is 18. Advices, thoughts, etc. if I could make this private, I would.

1 members · 55 topics · 7 posts
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