20 Harsh Realities That 20-Somethings Won't Want To Hear, But NEED To
Start writing a post
Student Life

20 Harsh Realities That 20-Somethings Won't Want To Hear, But NEED To

11. You'll regret not taking morning classes

1179
20 Harsh Realities That 20-Somethings Won't Want To Hear, But NEED To
Emmie Pombo

1. Dunkin Donuts is better than Starbucks

In price, quality, and taste. You can sip your $5 too-strong coffee while I rock my $2.50 perfectly-mixed latte.

2. Partying won't be fun at 25

Hangovers are fine now, but in five years, one margarita will give you the pukes the next day.

3. Sleep doesn't always trump going to class

If you miss the lecture that day, you'll have to stay up late learning it by yourself and mess up your sleep schedule even more - sometimes you just have to grab a RedBull and suck it up.

4. You'll thank that person for breaking your heart

Without them, you may have never been able to sharpen your douche-dar.

5. Dressing up for class isn't worth it

When its halfway through your lecture and your mini skirt is digging into your thigh, you'll be looking at my sweatpants in envy.

6. The Freshman 15 is REAL

You could eat nothing but salads, hummus, and Naked juices and still gain the weight. Why not put it on with some pizza instead?

7. Calling is (most times) better than texting

There's no option to be left on read if you just pick up the phone...

8. No one will care about your political beliefs

Every millennial has their own opinions and are often times way too busy to spend their time arguing with you about yours.

9. The library is actually a really cool place

You get to get your work done and watch fellow students have mental breakdowns at the same time - beautiful.

10. Orange juice will always be better than alcohol

Strengthened immune system and boosted energy or headaches and bad decisions?

11. You'll regret not taking morning classes

The sooner you get classes out of the way, the sooner you can kick back and relax.

12. The friends you meet your first year of school will most likely not be there later in life

Unlike what you think now, your first-year roommates probably WON'T be in your wedding party.

13. You only need 2-3 friends

Less people, less drama.

14. Just because you haven't met "the one" yet, doesn't mean that you never will

Sometimes you have to kiss some frogs before you kiss your prince.

15. Facebook will become cooler

Or you'll start morphing into the older person on Facebook that shares all of the articles about recalls and ends every comment with "......"

16. Your self-esteem will plummet for a little while


You'll realize that your school is filled with attractive and talented people and that will get in the way of seeing yourself as attractive and talented.

17. Talking to a counselor will become less "humiliating" and more appealing

Everyone needs someone to talk to and now that you're older and stress levels are on the rise, talking things out with a third party sounds like an hour-long vacation once a week.

18. You might develop late-onset anxiety

Even if you've never had anxiety in the past, life gets stressful and late-onset anxiety might rear its ugly head.

19. Not everyone is against you, but not everyone is for you, either

You won't be able to please everyone - just be kind and real friends will have your back no matter what.

20. You'll miss these days

One day, when you're in your 40s-50s, you'll look back at the days of 2 AM study sessions and pre-gaming with friends and wish that you could go back - even for a minute.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

58970
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

38066
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

959569
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

195992
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments