What would you say to your younger self?

I would say, don’t marry young, have a life first.
I don’t regret my choice, just the timing of it.
I have felt I missed out on so much worrying about mortgages, saving for the future etc.
I was a working wife from the age of 21 as were many of my generation.
My GD is 21 now, no responsibilities, enjoying life as much as is possible in 2020, but better times hopefully ahead.
I envy her.

Don't be in such a hurry to grow up
Don't get married so young, enjoy life first
Be financially independant
It's ok to put yourself first sometimes

Don’t live with your mistakes, you don’t have to.
Correct them and do better next time.
No one has the right to tell you how to live your life.

Don’t be so daft.

Don't commit to a man before you've met his parents.

Don't worry about what other people think of you - how you look, your personality, what you should do with your life.
This is all easier said than done, of course, especially when you are younger and finding your way, but really, at the end of the day, no one else can live your life for you!

I wouldn't say a word. I would leave her to strike out and learn her own lessons in her own way.

You beat me to it, M0nica.

Don’t marry darling girl, enjoy your life

M0nica

I wouldn't say a word. I would leave her to strike out and learn her own lessons in her own way.

Same here.

And I wouldn't have listened to me anyhow.

I’d say, take more risks, you are brave and strong and will survive.

I think at 8 I was too busy having fun to listen to advice! My advice to any young person now would be ' find contentment in your life'

I would say leave home as soon as possible and dont look back.

but dont do it by getting married which is what I did.

I wouldn’t have listened!

I'd say don't worry so much. Your nose isn't that big, you really aren't that ugly, your hair will get better. You will find a boyfriend. Your life will be a mix of good and bad - and you'll find the strength to cope.

Do what feels right for you, nobody else. Don't listen to the expectations of others but remember, you invariably reap what you sow in life so that any decisions you make will be your doing or undoing.

Avoid being a burden on others. Maintain independence.

Don't marry young (18)..!!! and the most important thing to do is ensure you are financially independent and you can then walk away from any abusive situation....

I would say look after your body and keep yourself fit, and have more confidence in yourself

Message withdrawn at poster's request.

Don't be a people pleaser - put yourself first more often.

Another who wouldn't say a thing.
Life has been tough but all the missteps and adventures has brought me to here.
It isn't perfect "here" but I am happy

Don’t worry.....

I would say. Listen you are not ugly or stupid like your mum and dad told you for years. It's not you it's them.You will leave it behind as you travel the world. Your are beautiful and clever. You are unique. You are kind. Your daughter will adore you and so will your granddaughter.