I turn 18 in one month and on one hand I’m excited but on the other I’m nervous about the pressure that comes with this age, new responsibilities, the pressure to move out like everyone else my age…has anyone else felt this way? What ways have you felt less stressed?
Hello! Happy early Birthday! I’m 24 and still struggling with becoming an adult and everything changing. I like to remember that everyone is on their own path and timeline. Everything will work out the way it’s supposed to. People might seem to have everything figured out and have a perfect life but they are just winging it as we are.
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Hi! I am 19 and deal with a lot of anxiety in general and still struggle with this a lot and know everyone my age is even the ones who made “better” or “more right” decisions then me( I haven’t gone to school yet) but what helped me was honestly talking to more people in their late 20’s and early 30’s because you hear how things more realistically turn out ( like school taking longer/taking work breaks/military not working out/ moving out) and all of those bring guilt unfortunately- but yes I definitely recommend asking older people about their journey through their twenties! It makes me feel better
@huntergmonay Thank you!
Happy early birthday. 18 is a milestone. I am not sure if your situation but I would encourage you to put the brakes on with respect to all of the new responsibilities. It is true they will come but not on the day you turn 18 most likely. Try and stay in the present moment and work on stuff as the issue comes up. Maybe you will live at home for a while longer - that is not uncommon. I hope this helps.
@Jeffrey Thank you!
Just curious... how old are you guys? I’ve seen lots of people talking about school on here. I’m 18 and this community has really helped me feel less alone in being a teen with ocd!
I’m moving to college for the first time tomorrow and I’m really nervous, and I think the stress of that is making my mind spiral and look for anything else to worry about - my obsessions. Has anyone else dealt w this and if so any tips? :(
I'm finding it so hard to transition into adulthood. I feel like I'm smart enough or prepared enough for any of this. :(
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