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1. Everyone is extremely judgemental
It honestly amazed me how judgemental some people could be. I had someone walk up to me and tell me that it looked like I got my pants out of a dumpster and I should put them back in there, along with myself. Who the actual heck does that? HIgh schoolers, that's who. In college, people literally do not care. There are girls wearing dresses and heels telling the girl in PJs that she loves her look. There are guys in band tees telling preppy guys that they have nice shoes. You don't get that in high school. You get "I cannot believe you're wearing that" comments, instead.
2. The friends are SO fake
You may think that you have found best friends for life, but you're probably wrong. You'll find "friends" who only want to talk to you so that they can hear your drama, then they'll go tell everyone else. You'll have the "friends" who are only your friends when they need something. Then, worst of all, you'll find the "friends" you really think are your friends. You'll hang out, you'll take pictures, you'll have inside jokes, but without you even realizing what's happening, you lose them, too. They start hanging out with someone new, only texting you on occasion. In college, I made a different kind of friendship: The kind that I know will last a lifetime because even though we have already been through big fights, we still talk every day and make more plans than I had ever wanted to in high school.
3. High school athletes are the worst
High school athletes are literally the worst. They think they run the school, that they get paid to be there, and that they bless everyone else with their presence. It's horrible how much they get away with simply because they play a sport. All the college athletes I have met thus far have all just been trying to live their lives the best they can. Any mistakes they make, they have to answer for–just like anyone else. They get no special treatment, other than being allowed to miss class for sporting events–clearly understandable.
4. Everyone LOVES drama
Literally everyone is in on the drama (or what goes on in your life, in general). You cannot even disagree with your mother without every single person in school knowing about it and twisting it in a way that you didn't even think was possible. In college, any "drama" doesn't go past your group of friends. Nobody else cares what you have going on because they have their own problems that they are trying to work on.
5. If you weren't in the "cool" group, you didn't matter
No matter how low-key you tried to be or how nice you were toward the "cool kids," you could never get in. It was like they had a list of who they would allow to speak to them. Trust me, I didn't mind–I liked living in my quiet corner for four years, but I saw it destroy some people; People who just wanted to fit in and belong. In college, there aren't any "cool" kids. There are just different groups of people who coexist together and don't think twice about what someone else is doing.
1. Shave my head.
No shame in wanting to keep your hair forever, but if someone were to offer me a billion dollars I would be bald in a hot second.
2. Do heroin.
Yeah, definitely not on my list of things to do either.
3. Swim in alligator or shark infested waters.
Who needs the money when chance are you won't return from the water alive anyway???
4. Get gages.
You do you.
5. Compromise my beliefs.
Okay, but seriously we are who we are because of our beliefs. This should be non-negotiable for all.
6. Become a prostitute.
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7. Cheat on my significant other.
9. Live in isolation.
GiphyThere was a man who spent 27 years living alone in the woods. Check out his fascinating story here. Would you ever live completely shut off from society?
10. Embarass someone else.
GiphyWe have all had embarrassing moments, and everyone can agree they definitely suck.
On that note... "Morality, like art, means drawing a line somewhere." - Oscar Wilde
1. Table Rock
Table Rock is one of those weird attractions that every state has—you either know it or you don't. Perfect for hiking, biking, or spending time with friends, it may be best known by the general public for the cliff that overlooks Boise.
2. Craters Of The Moon National Park
Located in Arco, Idaho, Craters of the Moon is preparing NASA astronauts for their space walks on Mars. The Shoshone Native Americans crossed the lava fields of Craters of the Moon every year, so this is a perfect spot for both science- and history-lovers alike!
3. The Snake River
Winding its way through southern Idaho, the Snake River Is a favorite for floating, kayaking, and fishing.
4. Hell's Canyon
Hell's Canyon is North America's deepest river gorge split between Oregon and Clark Valley, Idaho. Hikers, bikers, and horseback riders would all enjoy the experience Hell's Canyon has to offer.
5. The Old Idaho Penitentiary
The Old Idaho Penitentiary was home to some of the worst criminals in the western United States for over 100 years. It's said to be haunted and was even investigated on Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures! If you need a good scare, this is the place for you.
6. The Sawtooth Mountains
Perfect for those seeking a true camping experience, the Sawtooth Mountains offer over 700 miles of trails and most any recreational activity one can imagine! Do be careful though; animals such as mountain lions, grey wolves, lynx, and bears do roam these areas.
7. Salmon River
Unlike the calmer Snake River, the Salmon River has been dubbed "The River of No Return" for its intense rapids. Any experienced white water rafters would most definitely love what the Salmon River has to offer.
8. The Goldbug Hot Springs
While difficult to access, the Goldbug Hot Springs is a favorite location for any who can put up with the treacherous hike. Rarely crowded and always calming, anyone adventurous enough to hike (and climb) those two miles will not regret it.
9. Yellowstone National Park
Best known for its Grand Prismatic Spring and geysers, a small section of Yellowstone spills over into Idaho. This is also known as the infamous "Zone of Death," but we'd rather you enjoy the buffalo rather than test that Zone of Death theory out.
10. The Idaho Potato Museum
Come on, it's Idaho. Everyone needs to visit Blackfoot's Idaho Potato Museum at least once.
