I think I'm have a small quarter life crisis. Does anyone else have a quarter life crisis at me age? Do you worry about your future and your country's future?
2006-11-03 03:47:29 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I forgot to mention that I'm Candian, so I worry about Canada's future.
2006-11-03 09:47:36 · update #1
Absolutely! That's a very transitional age!
2006-11-03 03:49:24 · answer #1 · answered by ndtaya 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In previous answers, respondents raised the issue of depression (which is certainly a valid point). However, I think that your main question can be interpreted as a general trend of emotional turmoil at this particular age. (Also Known as the Mid-twenties life-crisis). I do believe that such a phenomenon exists.
It is brought about by the way that our current society is largely achievement based. It is during this time that reflection on what we have done (mostly on what we haven't done) intrudes on out consciousness. As teenagers we are told that if we don't do well, we will be failures in our lives (which is a total lie). So we worked hard to get good grades... worked awful minimum wage jobs... and fought hard just to survive out there.
Then, when we realised that we were worth more than what we were being given, we found our own way into a life of dull routine. We blame ourselves for not getting exactly what we want (because as teenagers we didn't even know what we wanted).
This is the mid-twenties life crisis. A few people don't feel it (but most of those who have been somewhat independant certainly do).
I see that you mention the future of your country. This is actually something unrelated to the quarter-life crisis because it relates to more on your nationalism and political views.
My only advice to you is to use the amazing wisdom that only you possess. Remember that facts, opinions, and information from other people is equally unreliable as that as you understand yourself.
2006-11-03 13:28:06 · answer #2 · answered by james 1 · 5⤊ 0⤋
A person can have a crisis at any moment in their life regardless of age or sex. I don't by into just the "mid life crisis" stuff. A crisis of any kind can happen at any time to anyone, it is part of life. How we choose to deal with it is what we should be concerned about. We have two choices in life. We can either a) worry endlessly about something happening or b) take care of the problem when it happens.
Human beings have always feared the unknown. Since the beginning of time humans have feared changes in their lives. Changes doesn't always automatically mean something bad, it can mean something good as well. It is up to you to decide how to handle the situation when it comes. Do you believe in God and His son Jesus? Do you believe that Jesus died on the cross for your sins? Do you accept Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior? If you answered yes to all of these questions then put your faith in Him to handle your future and the future of this country. If you are a believer in God and Jesus, you shouldn't worry because you will be in Heaven when the really bad stuff starts to happen.
Good luck to you and I hope you feel better soon.
2006-11-03 12:18:06 · answer #3 · answered by Lyndee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming that you are saying that you believe that you have lived 1/4 of your life and you are concerned that you only have 3/4 left. Is this what you mean?
If this is what you are talking about. There is no assurance that you will reach even another 1/4th or even another 1/8th.
Now here is the wonderful part. You can live forever. I am a senior citizen and I am not worried about my future or my country's future because I have a deep trust in my God to take care of everything and as Jesus is my Lord and Savior, I will have eternal life because of Him. You can have this too by acceptance of Him into your heart and life. Jesus, is the peace that you are looking for.
2006-11-03 12:02:02 · answer #4 · answered by 4HIM- Christians love 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People can experience a major life crisis at almost any age (for whatever reason(s)).
Worrying about the future? WHO doesn't?!
..and worrying about the country's future, well, I guess those concerns have passed through many people's minds (hopefully even the president)..(or in your case, the Prime Minister)..
2006-11-03 19:47:29 · answer #5 · answered by seaofcolour 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, i don't worry about my country's future really, I worry mostly about my own future. Well I don't know but if you think that it is a mid-life crisis than maybe, but with so many things going on in the world today, I would'nt be surprised if those so called "mid-life crisises" came earlier than usual.
2006-11-03 11:50:52 · answer #6 · answered by Suzy Suzee Sue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. Your twenties are crucial times when you are making the transition from teenager to adult.
I am experiencing a similar crisis right now as I look for a job and realize there aren't any anywhere.
Unless I want to be a stripper or hooker.
2006-11-03 11:50:52 · answer #7 · answered by teena9 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes.. my boyfriend is 21! And he has the same problem. He tells me all the time... "I'm gonna be 30 in 9 years, where did my life go?!" It is hard to finally realize how old you are. But all I can tell you to do is, live life to the fullest. Try not to worry about ANYTHING. God takes care of EVERYTHING. Life is short. But if lived right, it can be as long as you want it to be.
2006-11-03 11:51:45 · answer #8 · answered by bevey_jane263 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean! I solved mine temporarily by staying in school 2 more years (one of which abroad) to figure what's going on with me and what I wanna do, I traveled around and did a lot of new stuff. Now I finished my MA, but the 3 months after my BA were hell on earth.
Best of luck!
2006-11-03 12:52:29 · answer #9 · answered by Marble Magic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The common word for this is, a breakdown, be it a small one, or a large one. Yes, people crack up at all ages, even little kids, who shouldn't have a worry in the world.
2006-11-03 11:50:03 · answer #10 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋