So I turn 25 tomorrow.... Vol. Quarter Life Crisis?

Damn b, I just started going through this about a month ago. I was having anxiety attacks n everything. I just started working out and setting both short-term and long-term goals. I turn 25 on the 29th so I'm right there with you. But like others have said you just gotta start focusing on self and making yourself a better man. It's time to start setting the stage for your debut to the world.

Oh, and I started cheefin again to take the edge off.
 
Man, I felt the same way OP. Til I remembered the dudes who I grew up with that never even got to see 25. Put me in check real quick. You should think about that.
 
1988 stand up :pimp:

I totally understand you, op. It gets better, though. It's a lot easier to feel down & out sometimes but you can't lose sight of what you want in life. Start by making short-term goals to help you look forward to something in the future.

You're the only one who has direct control of your life. I find comfort in knowing this. I'm 25 but know that there is a world of experience left for me to live. :smile: Keep your head up & float on, man.
 
Ruxxx said:
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Happy Bornday.

I'm 28 and i'm kind of in the same place as you are man.

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Never even heard it before..

Repped.
 
wj4 said:
I'm 27 years old, and I felt the same way when I turned 25 or 26. My friends (older ones that are established) thought I'm crazy for thinking that I'm 'basically 30'. I'm atypical though. I'm not the type that can just chill around and party every weekend like others around the age bracket. I'm not sure what you goals are in life, but I suggest taking shorter mini goals to help you get there. This will make your goals be more realistic and obtainable.

Example: if you want to go back to school and get your degree so you can better yourself, set a date of completion that's realistic, ie by the time I turn 28. Work out metrics to reach it, ie if I go do 3 classes per semester then I would be done by that time. Re-evaluate your friends. Don't keep deadweights who will do nothing but negate you from your goal(s). This sounds harsh, but you need to surround yourself with positive people.

Good luck on your future, friend.
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This is exactly how I feel right now. I'm 24 and I turn 25 in 14 days. It's trippy knowing I'm half way to 30, but its time, nothing I can do about it, just have to stay focused on my goals, and build my future. My plans to be done with school by 27. I've also gotten real serious with this lovely women, so grown up time is forming.
 
Super late on this but thanks for the advice and birthday wishes :pimp:

Today was the first day since my birthday where I've had time to myself. I took the bus down to the beach, got some grub with a chipotle gift card I got and walked along Ocean Blvd. I found this sitting spot that sits over PCH with a view into the Pacific Ocean. I sat down and just started writing. I wrote my most inner thoughts onto my phone's notepad for about a half hour. I felt so much better afterwards and had a much clearer mind. I'm still not sure what my purpose is or what it is I want to do but I do know that I want to work harder than I ever have before to make sure I'm successful not just in whatever it is I become, but successful in life as well.
 
Damn, you old OP. nah, I'm 24. I feel like I'm old as heck. I needa keep my mind on creating my own business. Black owned.
 
StunnaMan said:
think of it as a new chapter in your life, at 25 i picked up my sh*t and moved to NYC never being here before \

take a risk, do something outta the ordinary, heres to the next journey :pimp:
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I turn 26 in a month and this is my goal. I am so complacent right now. I am moving by the time i turn 26....starting a new chapter...leaving the past in the past and making something actually happen for once.
 
Be blessed to see 25.. I'll be 29 in a couple of weeks, and i'm in your same boat, but I just thank god that i am able to see this age.. You and i both have plenty in the tank to change our lives around.. Welcome to #teamoldheads though brother
 
27 in August and been feeling *lost* for 6 years. Still unsure of the future, but patience and a plan will pull you through.
 
Im 25 now, and definitely not where i thought i would be in life by now and i still have no idea what i really want to do for a living or am interested in :smh: ....on the plus side i always remember that i made it to 25, no kids, healthy, working, got a stable place to live, got my own whip, no felonies, can get material things i want from time to time, friends and family are still with me, and i have no problem getting yambs :pimp:... so basically be thankful for all the good things you got going on while focusing on what you need to do to get where you want to be...
 
1. Save money. Doesn't have to be half your check every time but set a plan to save that 10% each check or something aside from your 401k and everything else. Trust me.

2. **** a lot of women. Not a few, ALOT. If you ever saw little miss sunshine you know the quote. Doesn't have to be literal but if you're still single, really take your time and be as choosy as possible when settling down with a girl. You gotta remember, your trying to figure out the next 5 and then 10 years just now. Any girl in your age range already has her next 15-20 planned out and 90% of the time that includes being married and having most if not all her kids before the age of 30. Clock is ticking so any girl you date is gonna have a master plan to lock you down and she'll stop at nothing. Always keep that in the back of your head.

3. Think about your current job/education and if its what you want to do or going in that direction. If you're not working towards your dream job, change that immediately. I spent from 25-29 figuring things out and doing a **** job that I hated. Have me great life experience but I'd have preferred to be doing what I do now and there was no reason I couldn't have started years ago.

4. Keep your health in check. Do all your dentist/doctor appointments now to catch any potential issues that would be more harmful or expensive to deal with later.

5. Save money

6. At the same time, travel a little bit. Doesn't have to be anything major but getting out of your comfort zone and dealing with different cultures and walks of life gives you insight and also makes you a more interesting person to talk to.

That's it for now.
 
PanaRicanRetro said:
1. Save money. Doesn't have to be half your check every time but set a plan to save that 10% each check or something aside from your 401k and everything else. Trust me.

2. **** a lot of women. Not a few, ALOT. If you ever saw little miss sunshine you know the quote. Doesn't have to be literal but if you're still single, really take your time and be as choosy as possible when settling down with a girl. You gotta remember, your trying to figure out the next 5 and then 10 years just now. Any girl in your age range already has her next 15-20 planned out and 90% of the time that includes being married and having most if not all her kids before the age of 30. Clock is ticking so any girl you date is gonna have a master plan to lock you down and she'll stop at nothing. Always keep that in the back of your head.

3. Think about your current job/education and if its what you want to do or going in that direction. If you're not working towards your dream job, change that immediately. I spent from 25-29 figuring things out and doing a **** job that I hated. Have me great life experience but I'd have preferred to be doing what I do now and there was no reason I couldn't have started years ago.

4. Keep your health in check. Do all your dentist/doctor appointments now to catch any potential issues that would be more harmful or expensive to deal with later.

5. Save money

6. At the same time, travel a little bit. Doesn't have to be anything major but getting out of your comfort zone and dealing with different cultures and walks of life gives you insight and also makes you a more interesting person to talk to.

That's it for now.
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Agree with everything you said. Spreading that wisdom.


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Since turning 25 I've realized how short life is and the worst thing is not having a plan for your life..also 99.9% of the "problems" in my life I caused them
 
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