like some lesson you learned that I should benefit from..
2006-12-26 10:18:35 · 29 answers · asked by Mara D 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
You can't please everyone. Always try to do the right thing, but remember that there will always be someone who doesn't approve. Don't let that person stop you from doing what you feel you should.
Never burn bridges with family. No matter what happens. They're the only one you have, and you will need them later.
Save money! As fun as it is when you have your own job to spend and shop, remember that there WILL come a rainy day. A short paycheck. A sickness that keeps you from working. The car will need repairs. Don't get caught unprepared.
Enjoy yourself. With adulthood comes responsibility....job, house, kids, and everything in between. Don't forget to have fun along the way, because if you don't, it doesn't matter how much stuff you have-it's still a waste.
Outlook is everything. No matter what life throws at you, your perception of it will determine your overall happiness. There are people in mansions that are miserable, and people who are homeless but determined to be happy. I can promise you that there will be stressful things headed your way-no one escapes life's hard times. But the more you let them get you down, the harder it will be to overcome them.
Get it in writing! Don't sign anything you haven't read and completely understand. You don't have to be anal about it, but the important things people promise you need to be on a contract.....Job salary, quotes from the contractors, loan agreements, prenuptial agreements, etc. Don't let shyness, love, or fear get you screwed down the road. Nothing is certain.
2006-12-26 10:33:40 · answer #1 · answered by dragonlady 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
You may only be 17 but time flies and before you know it you wake up in the hospital, married with a kid . Perhaps not right tomorrow but it is scary to remember how fast the years go by . Make every day count . First finish an education so you have a good basis for the rest of your life . Plan for the future. Do not depend on some man or knight in shining armor to come along and feed your face . Do it yourself. Stand on your own two feet .
I have a lot more but by now you are bored with the burden .
Have fun too and choose your friends carefully . It matters .
Good Luck and enjoy the wonderful years ahead . I wish someone had told me some facts when I was 17. I learned my lessons on my own and some were not easy .
2006-12-26 18:33:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What stands out in my mind is that you should have fun, but always keep an eye on yourself. Everybody has bad moments, but don't purposely walk into one and do have a "rope" to pull yourself out of the holes.
Get an after school job if you don't have one already and start saving up money. Not everything needs to be bought right now, in fact, many things can wait a week or couple months. With that mentality, you're less likely to get caught in a financial squeeze.
Also, take care of your health. I'm sure you've heard a lot of don't smoke, drink, or have sex, so I'm going to keep this one simple, use your intellect as much as your "heart" will let you.
2006-12-26 18:40:17 · answer #3 · answered by erythisis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't play leapfrog with unicorns, just kidding. Just be yourself no matter what anyone else says. Give the nice guy the benefit of the doubt sometime before you think about hooking up with that shady player. No matter how bad things can get, find something to laugh at -that normally helps many situations to be a bit more bearable. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Be forthright and honest as often as you can so you don't ever have to remember anything. Don't date or go out with people you work with unless you want trouble, and gossip and mean rumors spread about you. And if you think you feel "special" about someone that you barely know, hang on to that feeling but instead of diving headfirst before checking the water, treat that feeling like a security alarm be extra cautious. You don't want to share all that defines you, by someone who isn't worth a flip.
2006-12-26 18:27:00 · answer #4 · answered by donbenecio 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Love and respect yourself more than anyone else. Be loving and forgiving of your family as they are your source of life.
Avoid casual sexual relationships. Men have no reason to make a commitment if they get it for free.
The only thing you truly own is the knowledge you have. Get the very best education you possibly can. It will earn you more and carry you farther than anything else.
Remember life is not a sprint (a short race) it is a marathon. So be prepared for the long run.
Good for you that you are planning ahead. God Bless and Happy New Year.
2006-12-26 18:37:50 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, no offence is meant by this.
but just live your life the way you think is best, yeah fair enough get advice if you want but you dont always have to use it.
and this sounds totally cliche but listen to your parents because they really do know best!
make mistakes though, its the best way to learn.
study hard, bend the rules but dont break them.
try not to care too much about what other people think of you.
oh and watch pretty woman a zillion times!
2006-12-26 18:24:45 · answer #6 · answered by mowgligurl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow seventeen that is incredible. Listen all our experiences in life are different. Your experience will be different to mine. We all walk our own separate paths in life. Some choose to follow while others choose to walk alone and create our own paths. This all depends on you as an individual. I walk alone. It is not an easy path, but it can be a lot more rewarding in the end, only if my inside compass is working correctly. Good Luck life is a test enjoy.
2006-12-26 18:24:02 · answer #7 · answered by george 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Put yourself first right now. Focus on leading a successful life, going to college, enjoying being young,etc... Don't let any guy try to be your father!!!! Live to the fullest but be safe. You'll need a career no matter how old you are in the future!!!!
2006-12-27 23:46:23 · answer #8 · answered by vabarbie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, enjoy your life, don't rush it, grow up don't hurry love. Things will turn out for the best and your off to a good start by asking for advice just check out the advice that you get and follow your heart.
2006-12-26 18:26:21 · answer #9 · answered by Reddog Price 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont ever go any farther with a partner then you feel comfortable. you should always be able to voice your heart, your voice, say "that doesnt do it for me" you should respect yourself enough to say what you want and if he/she cannot listen you have a good long talk, and make sure they understand..and if they dont..well too bad for them. you should always feel safe to express yourself and think outside of the box, and believe whatever you wanna believe. dont let anyone do the thinking for you, when you have a perfectly free mind to think with on your own.
finally honor your family and ancestors..remember where you came from..your roots. treasure those you love and love yourself..you are a priceless treasure!!you are important to someone!!
2006-12-26 18:24:45 · answer #10 · answered by yulian1126 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋