i don't want to go to work. i wanna play. i wanna live. somebody agree with me? what are your opinions?

Question

if it honestly doesn't feel like me today or for the next month, do i have to?

I'm only 18, I don't have any reason to need money right now. there's honestly nothing i need to buy. I'm well off, so what does it matter?

if i get fired, what impacts will it really have on my future? what differences will it really make?

note: i prettymuch get college for free, and any other costs my uncle will probably cover.

the reason i don't want to go is because this is the peak of my life. i want to live and right now my job is not important to me. my mindset is like a child who wants to play and experience life and who won't take no for an answer. my life is mine to dictate as i please! ..i just don't want to trip because of it later.

Answer 1

Hey Peter Pan...

I hope you are having fun.. because you are sounding like a spoiled, selfish, overindulged little brat...

Good Luck with the riding on the hard work of the relatives who spoiled you!

Answer 2

You know what? There are a lot of people on here who will say you're spoiled, a slacker, etc. but let me tell you something- this is probably the last time in your life that you'll be able to enjoy life without working, so go ahead and take a year off. Or maybe two. You say you're "well off," and it sounds like you have a rich uncle, which is good for you. Maybe you should take some of that money and take a trip through Europe for a year, or just take up a hobby like surfing and play at the beach all day. Not only will you maybe satisfy your intense need for fun, but you might also discover something about yourself that could lead to a great career that you love somewhere down the road. When I was 18, I had a full scholarship to college and I was still living at home, so I really didn't need a job either. So you know what I did? I had FUN! I would go to school, and then when my classes were done, I'd go downtown and do shopping, or go get my hair and nails done, or just go home and watch SpongeBob Squarepants or something. And you know what? I am so happy I did, because now I am stuck in an office from 7:30-4:30 every Monday-Friday, and I'm glad I was able to have some fun-filled times when I was a little more financially free. There may come a day when you either want to or have to work for a living, but as long as that's not today for you, go live it up! You'll never regret it. : )

Answer 3

All play and no pay makes for a very dull life. If you think you are at the peak of your life, you are incredibly misinformed. Being fired says to future employers that you can't be trusted. A responsible, responsive life is preferable to unreliablity. I want to be around people I can rely on. When you think about it, I'm sure you would want that also. What if Uncle decides you're not worth it and cuts off the funds? Any ideas on that? It might be a good idea to think a little more on this.

Answer 4

Its nice to have the luxury of not having to work. Not many at all out there have that luxury. Honestly many are probably jealous of that fact. I know I sure am. However just because your family is well off does not mean you are! Anything can happen to that money or to the person supplying you with those means. What will you do then? How long do you plan to play? How selfish is it to say that your uncle will cover your costs? Why can't you cover your own costs? Your uncle didn't bring you into this world so why is he responsible for you? Anywho you are only 18 and you are at college. I know college kids who sit around living off their parents for many years and even sometimes after they are through with college they still sponge but many of them think they are entitled to have everything given to them and need a reality check. Kind of like Paris Hilton in my opinion. Hopefully jail has made her realize she isn't a princess.

Answer 5

18, and this is the peak of your life? I'm not much older, but I do know that if you think this is the best time of your life now, you are sure not going to enjoy the next 3/4 of your life.
Grow up. Yes, you should enjoy your life, but you should also be gaining responsibility, maturing, and becoming an adult. I can understand if you need assistance is starting your adult life, but to have everything handed to you is just a waste.
I don't expect others to do as I do, but I'm 19 and married, in school, working full time, and living in a home that my 21 year old husband and I purchased. Everything we have and do is on our own. I'm sorry, but I have no pity for young adults who waste their parents or relatives money to party and drink their way into "happiness."
I'm sorry if I sound too harsh, but I do hope you find your place in life soon. Good luck.

Answer 6

Not sure I can answer this in the time I have available right now..

I don't think you are overinduldged selfish, etc.. sounds like someone is jealous.. though, having that yellow logo boastin their output, might land me to get reported as abuse or something, people often abuse privledge and power..although I dont know you that well, so it's hard to really say that and be certain...

my old roommate, there's a spoiled brat.. someone that gets out of college and files for bankruptcy, even tho his parents are loaded, dad buys a 40foot yatch last year, he gets a new car, ps3, ninteno wii, 65 plasma tv, etc , etc, all in a few months, meanwhile overchargin me for utilities, which i just paid cause i dont give too much about it, tho he kept my sec deposit and i got him on webcam, in my room while I'm at work, even on a Sat morning I got to breakfast with my dad at 9:30 am, to discuss family issues, troubles really, and my web cam catches him at 9:32, peeking out the window to make sure I'm gone and then he proceeds to snoop around my room. when i confronted him, he said , I didnt steal anything did i? no apology of course.. then i hear from friends I play softball with, that he's taking me to court.. he tried keepin my stuff, claimin i didnt pay him last month, cause i gave short notice, it's really bs.. too bad, with lawyers and the rest of the de-humanized world.. 100 years ago, he'd have gotten a few knuckle sammiches, at least, and I'd have my stuff and my money.. not these days though, worms hiding behind weasels...

I've worked tons of jobs, bagging coal, washing dishes, mystery shopper for condos, office jobs, worked at Northern Arizona University in the undergraduate admissions office...started my own business in 1998, got my LLC. I quit HS as a freshman.. though I have mostly always worked, I say go for it.. apparently the world is going to end in 2012 anyway, according to myan calendar, as well as a few 'oracles' and so forth.. not that I necessarily believe that, but what is meant to be is meant to be.. If we are supposed to get rocked by a comet, then, YAY.. I'm curious to know what is next, I don't live 'for the moment' though..

Though, experience builds personality, I think. It keeps your mind occupied.. the old saying, an idle mind is a devil's playground... not much comes from little work.. I got to go move some furniture... Come visit sometime if you got the money and wish.. Been sorta broke mice elf, things are expensive, new roommate is moving out, it never ends...but I have a hell of a good time though you can't drink beer with me because you're not 21 yet..

I guess maybe I can add some more later, I've got to go, but.. actually someone else said.. stick with your gut... I find that always works for me.. Concentrate Grasshopper.. and have fun!!

Answer 7

It's natural to wanna play and have fun, who doesn't?.
There's always a balance that has to be kept, we cant always have, "Just fun" we have to sustain ourselves. To live of of somebody Else's Hard work is selfish. You must think to yourself, "Do I wanna be 35 and have nothing to show for it" It'll suck when you get that age and you're like, " Okay i think I'm gonna get my **** together now, damn i wish i would've done this when i was 18 i would've accomplished a lot more."
There is nothing in life worse than regret, you cant do any thing about it but live with it. Trust me the playful, not caring phase WILL! go away. It's on your initiative to make this decision. Wish you luck friend

Answer 8

doing this at this time helps ou build social work enviroment attitues correctly you don't want to be 30 something and get treated like your 18 do you?

but I also rank education high up on the scale! and if studies are inmportant to you then dont work focus on your education1

mainly it's all a personal choice!
if you want to better your time managment and your self in general then stay working
if you want to use excuses and by saying this is your peak of your life that said cus the peak of your life goest throught 21-39 and some earlyer some later in life! but that's almost 20 years of a peak of our lifes!
so please don't use lame excuses like that to be lazy

Answer 9

You will -- trip later. In the future when you regret your current playfulness, just keep these words that you've written as a reminder of why you made the choices that you did.

I won't try and convince you otherwise. It is your life and you get to make the choice today to work or to play.

Answer 10

You will trip! You have to ensure your future happiness, NOW. Like when you got good grades in grade school. Or got a good score on the SAT. Now, you have to do well at what you are doing now. May I suggest finding somebody to push you (as in, push you towards doing your work)? That old-fashioned reward system? But I wholeheartedly agree with you. I want to play, I want to live.

Answer 11

Hopefully this is a phase. This is no way you need to go on in life. You need to find some sort of purpose. Since you're fortunate...won't you help others who aren't. Also, getting an education is priceless. You should go to college...get an education. Don't worry...you'll still have time to party. But you need to remember, life is not a party.