To my OGs, what one thing do you wish you had known about life when you were in your 20s?

sneakaprince said:
Only 28 but like I said this been a good year.

Don't sweat the small stuff.

Definitely finish school or whatever training you will need to get where you want in life as fast as you can.

Clothes and kicks are cool but more important is real estate. Chicks like a well groomed guy but they love a guy with money and a good head on his shoulders much more.

Avoid Chicks who seek gratification via social media. It can lead you down a path you don't wanna go.

Don't be afraid to say no.

Always go with your gut.

Save

Travel for yourself, not so u can tell people you been places.

Careless but give back more, we are all blessed more than we know.

Give your people flowers when they can smell them.
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Can you explain the last one? I've only heard it once.
 
It's funny because I'm 31 but feel way younger than I was 4-5 years ago when I was in grad school and holding down a full time corporate job.

Just general advices here since we all have different goals:

-Always bet on the long term goal even if you have to take a few steps back. I have so many friends my age that are still at Costco or UPS because they've been there since high school and got comfortable. Now in their 30s, they feel like they are too old to get back into college. I'm not saying college is everything, but it's an example used to sacrifice short term returns for long ones.

-Surround yourself with like minded folks. Jim Rohn said you are the by product of your five closest friends. This is true. No one in your circle should be putting you down for having wild goals, as long as you are willing to work your butt off.

-Dream big and work hard. You're in the USA where anything is possible. When I was in college, dudes were getting drunk practicing how to get good at beer pong because there was a tourney that paid $$$. I worked at a world renowned cancer treatment and hospital along many gifted folks. These guys would know both MD and Ph. D and some other crazy combinations. One of them was into cars and wanted a Rolls. He said he could never afford one. I know a handful of people with Rolls and most didn't even finish college. In my head, I'm thinking "cars were meant to be driven, why not you?" It sounds very Tony Robbins, but never limit your beliefs.

-Enjoy life and your friends and loved ones. While at the same place above, I got to tour the hospital where some of the wealthiest people were getting treatment for cancer. Some of them would have priests in the room before the operation as nothing is certain. Our time here is limited. Work hard towards your goals but don't forget to enjoy the journey.

-Use your time wisely. We all have 24 hours in a day. No one can buy time. "I don't have time" is such a lame excuse. You make time for tasks and people important to you.
 
Work on your goals every day even it's just a little bit. You can never get back a day wasted.

Take calculated risks.

If you aren't learning anything new at your job, find a new one because you are stunting your growth otherwise.

Be selfish and live for yourself above anyone else. Basically, believe in yourself and the actions you take even if your closest friends/family disagree with you.

Never settle.

I'm 27 and I have a secure job paying $80k a year. That's not enough for me I want to be a millionaire by 30. I've recently hustled enough on the side to pay off nearly all of my debt. I'm a month or two away from being debt free. I'm quitting my job in May to open up my own business. Already starting to accrue more debt through my lawyer fees, accepting outside investments, and some expensive flights. I'm confident in my business model but it could end up being a total failure. I'm prepared but there are many factors that make my business extremely risky. I will never be able to back to my old job once I start my new business and I've never been more excited/happy in my life. 2017 is going to be a life changing year.

Also, get you a girl that you also consider your best friend who holds you down. A lot of the strides I've made recently are because of my girls support. Chased girls through most of my 20s and don't regret it but I wish I found my girl earlier. If your D isn't getting sucked every day she doesn't appreciate you how she should.

:pimp: everyday
 
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Will0827 said:
This here, turned 27 not long ago and this here is facts like nothing else, everything happens for a reason no matter how hard one tries to argue against it.
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The ill thing about it is when you become conscious of this and replay moments from your past. You can see how this was ALWAYS in motion since you came into being. You think about the super super super super small details and how if any single one had gone differently...the impact it would have on everything else that followed.

It's one of the greatest moments of realization one can have. It's when you finally KNOW that there is indeed something greater than yourself out there and it's in communication with you 24/7
 
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sneakaprince said:
Don't wait until people die or away to show them how much you appreciate them.
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This all the way. Even my father and had a great relationship, I wasn't ready to say goodbye when he passed two years ago. It was sudden and abrupt, and suddenly I woke one day without him here.

The scariest thing for me is the realization that if I were to die at the same age as him, I've already lived half my life :smh:

At 30 you realize you aren't invincible and the world isn't so wide open anymore. You don't get to start over anymore, you don't get second chances. You find out that soon a lot of the elders that help raise you don't have a lot of time. If your a parent like I am you realize that YOU don't have enough time for them. You realize that no matter what you thought about life before you realize that experience plus information equals knowledge. Don't think that because you have all the facts and information means you have the answers.

Don't be a cynical, it's a ugly and weak minded trait to have.
 
Lightweight Champion said:
Turning 30 doesn't mean you're getting old.

Applying for multiple credit cards are detrimental, especially the department store cards.

Going to college isn't the only way to become financially stable.

The smaller your circle of friends is the better off you'll be.
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What i came in here to say...
 
Do not going to college if you don't plan on finishing it, or you'll be paying a loan back that'll feel forever.
 
No matter what happens to you throughout your life you must keep a strong body and a strong mind

When it comes to relationships never be afraid to let ya nuts hang.

"Stay down to you come up" - Jeezy
 
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A lot of gems in here. Hope the late teens/early 20 crowd is paying attention.

-Make your passion a priority. Self-fulfillment is something you will grow to cherish more and more as you age. And pursuing your passion will surround you with like-minded folk and new friends.

-Take advantage of any travel oppourtunities (both international and domestic). Study abroad, exchange program, hell even sporting events. It's a big world. Go see it.

-Cherish your friends and family. No one wants to be alone.

-SAVE MONEY!!! ANY AMOUNT IS BETTER THAN NOTHING! Open a savings account with a financial institution seperate from your main checking. Then setup an automatic weekly transfer to said savings account. $1, $5, $50.. whatever you can spare week to week and watch it grow.

-Women will come and go but youngbloods know this: you are much more likely to settle down with someone you met at school or work. So don't burn bridges and talk to that girl if you like her. Chances are she will be married and/or knocked up in no time.

-Go to the gym. Just go.
 
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