Things I wish I Knew before turning 21 for my Mental Health

Hey there! Just wanted to share a few thoughts on life, keeping in mind that everyone has their own unique journey.

Growing up, I was incredibly fortunate to have loving parents and grandparents. As I matured, I realised that our teenage years, from 13 to 20, are golden opportunities to learn and explore as much as possible, no matter what our schedules might throw our way. But as we get older, we inevitably take on more responsibilities, whether it be work or family. These commitments can take up a lot of time and money, depending on how we perceive it.

When you turn 21, you’ll look back at your younger self and think, “If only…” But let’s not dwell on the past. Instead, let’s focus on the future and embrace the opportunities that come our way.

Here are a few things I wish I knew before I turned 21:

1. There’s no need to rush to get into a relationship. Rushing into a relationship can often lead to disappointment and heartbreak.
2. Never beg for a friendship. If a friend decides to end their friendship, it’s okay to let it go. A friendship that requires constant begging isn’t worth your time.
3. You’ll slowly lose many friends as you grow up. Everyone has their own life and different interests, and it’s natural for friendships to evolve. 
4. Our priorities will shift as we start on our own journey. We’ll want to make more money and spend more time with our loved ones.
5. We can’t just go back to our old days of slacking and having fun.
6. You’ll have less time for yourself as work and family take most of it.
7. To prioritise my mental health before anything, despite it being work or studies.

I know that going through all these things can be tough, and everyone processes things differently. There’s no two people who see things the same way.

Anyway, I hope your week was great! As I’m writing this, it’s 11:38 pm on a Saturday. I hope your Sunday is even better! Wishing y’all the best week ahead:)