People Share Valuable Life Lessons They Wish They Knew When They Were Younger

Many people love the idea of marrying their high school sweetheart and staying together forever. That’s a lovely idea, but it doesn’t always work out like that. We change as we get older, and sometimes the people in our lives hold us back instead of letting us grow.  

Don’t ever put your life plans on hold for a boyfriend or girlfriend, especially when you’re young. Breaking up may seem like the end of the world when you’re 19, but trust us, it’s not. Don’t sacrifice education, travel opportunities, or big plans for your partner. Your significant other should encourage you to do all these things, anyways. If they’re not, they’re stifling you.