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25 Reactions To Viral Twitter Post Suggesting That People Must Have Their Lives Figured Out By 25
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25 Reactions To Viral Twitter Post Suggesting That People Must Have Their Lives Figured Out By 25

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Most will probably agree that although our life is short, sometimes it gets to the point where it feels insufferably long.

Throughout our existence, we get bombarded with made-up expectations that are allegedly bound to decide our whole future.

We are all expected to achieve certain things at certain ages, whether it’s your mother nagging you about having kids even though the time where people believed you had to have a child to be ‘complete’ is already long gone and people are more than allowed not to want children.

Or perhaps your old folks are demanding you ditch your artsy interest and find a more profitable profession – whatever it is, the moral of the story is that societal expectations suck, and it’s more than okay to ignore them.

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    Life is about learning, growing and having a blast. We’re not some kind of machine that is programmed to achieve the highest standards possible, nor is it a competition – we’re living beings, and every one of us is doing things at our own pace, whether society wants to agree with it or not.

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    “Financial Freedom & Personal Growth” blogger sparks a debate among Twitter users after claiming that folks have to have their lives figured out by 25

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    A Twitter user specializing in “sharing insights on wealth, wisdom and motivation to ensure you get ahead in life” shared a post suggesting that folks should have their lives figured out by 25.

    Although a couple of web users agreed with the statement, many decided to speak out on the specific topic of social expectations.

    American actor Luke Barnett took his time to reply to the thread, sharing that he didn’t produce anything until he was 29

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    Luke Barnett has previously worked with Will Ferrell’s Funny or Die comedy video website and film/television production company, where his pieces gathered millions of views and were nominated for Streamy awards.

    The man also produced and starred in a recent satirical comedy Faith Based, which currently holds a score of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.

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    Barnett replied to the thread saying that he didn’t write a single word or produce a short until he was 29; he encouraged folks to stick to their own pace and advised people to “just enjoy life.”

    The majority of Twitter users disagreed with Aaron’s statement

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    Most Twitter users didn’t agree with the author’s idea.

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    Some said that you will build and destroy your life many times throughout your existence, which is true, as no one is born knowing things.

    @NadiaNarine mentioned that “every period of your life requires a different you,” and that it’s a shame that our society doesn’t acknowledge this and pressures people into thinking that if you don’t achieve certain things by 25, you must be a failure.

    Although some found the post to be accurate

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    Naturally, there were a couple of netizens who had similar beliefs about life:

    For instance, this Twitter user suggested that those who think that 20 to 25 is the age to party and travel end up broke and helpless. @MasculineSage said that “early age is the best time to lay the foundation for your empire,” since we won’t be that energetic forever.

    Although to some, it’s somewhat praiseworthy that the man is willing to focus his life on achievements, sometimes it’s important to slow down and enjoy your mornings instead of rushing off to work in a frenzy.

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    I am a visual editor here. In my free time I enjoy the vibrant worlds of art galleries, exhibitions, and soulful concerts. Yet, amidst life's hustle and bustle, I find solace in nature's embrace, cherishing tranquil moments with beloved friends. Deep within, I hold a dream close - to embark on a global journey in an RV, accompanied by my faithful canine companion. Together, we'll wander through diverse cultures, weaving precious memories under the starry night sky, fulfilling the wanderlust that stirs my soul.

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    Monika Pašukonytė

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    I am a visual editor here. In my free time I enjoy the vibrant worlds of art galleries, exhibitions, and soulful concerts. Yet, amidst life's hustle and bustle, I find solace in nature's embrace, cherishing tranquil moments with beloved friends. Deep within, I hold a dream close - to embark on a global journey in an RV, accompanied by my faithful canine companion. Together, we'll wander through diverse cultures, weaving precious memories under the starry night sky, fulfilling the wanderlust that stirs my soul.

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    Iifa A.
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bull... Do whatever you want, how you want and when you want. I have changed my careers three times, I'm 32. The only.constant in my life is my man. Who was a drop out, became a chef, at 26 left for another career, at 30 decided to change again. Now 33 and he is just figuring out what he likes. Meanwhile we have travelled, studied, worked, lived, loved and we don't hate others who have yet to make decisions. Career doesn't have to be for life time, you can change every five years your path if you stick to the minimum required experience. Damn I went from geneticist to waitress to lab technician to barista, to manager and now I'm in college doing masters in pharma. I'm 32, unemployed and I don't have any regrets. People change, grow, evolve, learn and change again. You do you, at your own space and remember to treat yourself regularly otherwise what's the point work 30yrs and only get to enjoy the retirement, if you still alive with friends

    Aisling Raye
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly! At 25 I was just starting my third degree. Not third degree in a related field, just straight up third bachelors degree lol. I knew exactly f-all about what I wanted to do with my life then. It's been over a decade and I still don't fully know what I'm doing with my life. The growing and learning about yourself is what makes it all worth while.

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    RoanTheMad
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    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F**k off. Expecting us to know what we want to do in life fresh out of school is just an absolute joke. We need time and experience to learn and figure out where we want to be in life. I myself was initially an art student. Fast forward to me being 26, and I'm now a mortuary student. I want to work in the funeral industry, and someday own my own funeral home. (because I want to combat the extortionate pricing for funerals and offer more affordable funerals someday <3 ) and honestly I find death fascinating, and forensics too. xP

    Aisling Raye
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pro tip about life - not a single person truly has life figured out at any point. Can you even imagine how boring life would be if there was just one end goal, and we all knew specifically what that one goal was and how to reach it? I can't see how anyone could find the smallest bit of joy in that scenario.

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    Iifa A.
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bull... Do whatever you want, how you want and when you want. I have changed my careers three times, I'm 32. The only.constant in my life is my man. Who was a drop out, became a chef, at 26 left for another career, at 30 decided to change again. Now 33 and he is just figuring out what he likes. Meanwhile we have travelled, studied, worked, lived, loved and we don't hate others who have yet to make decisions. Career doesn't have to be for life time, you can change every five years your path if you stick to the minimum required experience. Damn I went from geneticist to waitress to lab technician to barista, to manager and now I'm in college doing masters in pharma. I'm 32, unemployed and I don't have any regrets. People change, grow, evolve, learn and change again. You do you, at your own space and remember to treat yourself regularly otherwise what's the point work 30yrs and only get to enjoy the retirement, if you still alive with friends

    Aisling Raye
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly! At 25 I was just starting my third degree. Not third degree in a related field, just straight up third bachelors degree lol. I knew exactly f-all about what I wanted to do with my life then. It's been over a decade and I still don't fully know what I'm doing with my life. The growing and learning about yourself is what makes it all worth while.

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    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F**k off. Expecting us to know what we want to do in life fresh out of school is just an absolute joke. We need time and experience to learn and figure out where we want to be in life. I myself was initially an art student. Fast forward to me being 26, and I'm now a mortuary student. I want to work in the funeral industry, and someday own my own funeral home. (because I want to combat the extortionate pricing for funerals and offer more affordable funerals someday <3 ) and honestly I find death fascinating, and forensics too. xP

    Aisling Raye
    Community Member
    2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pro tip about life - not a single person truly has life figured out at any point. Can you even imagine how boring life would be if there was just one end goal, and we all knew specifically what that one goal was and how to reach it? I can't see how anyone could find the smallest bit of joy in that scenario.

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