Ask HN: What is the one advice you would have told your “21 yr old” self?

4 pointsbig_Brain692y ago5 comments

I am a 21 year old adult (I think so), I feel this is also the right platform to ask fellow developers who have scoured the internet and know the in and out working of things that are actually making difference in our society.

I wish to know from you about your advice if you could ever speak to your "21 year old" self.

5 comments

ksaj2y ago

In your 20's and 30's you have more opportunity for making the big bucks. If you manage to rake it in, absolutely invest large amounts of it.

It is easy to think the money will always flow, and it is easier to grow into youthful spending habits. Sure treat yourself, but at the same time, start investing so you have something to live on once you exit this stage of life.

h2odragon2y ago

Doing business with family requires more lawyers and ass covering than doing business with strangers.

And: "Do the things others do not want done"

EA-31672y ago

Calm down, nothing is as new as you think it is, nothing is as dire as you imagine, focus on yourself and the people you love first.

throwaway293032y ago

You're an utter moron! Stop overthinking and just fucking do it!

pinewurst2y ago

Don't piss away money buying computers!

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