As we grow older, we learn, unlearn, and relearn some of the things we knew when we were younger. For many of us, this journey of becoming means being unable to stand some things we formerly loved when we were younger. Some of these things are:
Loud Parties
Not many people fully transition from loving parties to not liking them at all. But those days of loving the loudness of a party just slip away from you fast. You’re now too focused on other things, and most times love the quietness of your solitude or the measured loudness at a party. Too loud irks you now. You’re growing.
Drama and Gossip
Although social media has amplified the rate at which we get celebrity gossip and news, many people slowly watch their desire for gossip and drama fade. There are still those who feed off the social media rambles and dramas and gossip, but the quest to go looking for one wherever you can is greatly diminished. Some call this change the effect of responsibilities, others say “Capitalism has gotten a hold of you”; whichever one, being an adult is one hell of a task.
Binge-watching TV for Hours
As paid subscription TV gets more popular, TV addictions are feared to soar. However, as you grow older and take on more personal, work-related, and family responsibilities, your penchant to want to watch a series at once reduces. You’re either sleeping through a few episodes or you’re too busy thinking about other things to binge-watch a show for long hours. The long hours you have you’ve already budgeted for sleep.
Always Going for Designer Shoes
Getting good, quality shoes can never be underrated. But the status symbols that younger people often associate with designer shoes wear off as you get older. You still want designer shoes now and again (when you can afford them), but the allure slowly wears off for you. You’re not crazed to be the first person to wear new designer shoes. You know comfort and personal style trumps socially accepting brand recognition.
Neglecting Personal Growth
In our growing up days, we often believe we have all the time in the world to do what we want, neglecting personal improvement. The deception of youth makes us believe we have forever to live. But as we grow older, we realize the importance of every hour and try to make the most of every day. We take our personal development a lot more seriously because we better understand our mortality.
Procrastinating Self-Care
Self-care, in a world obsessed with the ‘grind’ can feel like a luxury sometimes. Our youth sometimes makes us believe we can always do whatever we want, whenever we want to. We abandon taking care of our physical, spiritual, and mental health because we have tomorrow. The older we get, however, the more we realize how taking our self-care importantly increases the quality of our lives, and allows us to live fully and happier lives.
Arguing Over Trivial Matters
The beauty of youth is the unbounded energy we have. And with this unbounded energy comes the lure that you can always be right. Or rather, you should always be right. We engage in trivial arguments because we want to prove a point. We sometimes even end long-standing friendships because of trivial matters. But as we grow older and mature to understand the fickleness of life, we start valuing our peace over being right. We take kindness over being right and learn to forgive people more easily.
Being Overly Competitive
Competition is great. But it can sometimes get overboard when you’re young. As a young person, you’re always trying to get ahead of the next man, always looking for your advantage over someone else. And that is a good trait. But it gets exhausting sometimes when we don’t know where to draw the line. The older we get, the more we realize we aren’t to fight some battles. That there is some competition we don’t need. We start extending more grace to ourselves.
Excessive Social Media
When you’re young, you have excess time on your hands…or so you think. Young people tend to spend so much on social media trying to keep up with the latest news gossip and sports. They spend a lot of time-consuming more than they create. Time and maturity (and responsibility) help you understand that social media consumption does more harm than good to you. The age demography for social media addiction, research shows, is between ages 14 to 25. The older you get, the more you value time alone, time with friends and families, and time doing the things that add value to your life.
Over-The-Top Drama in Relationships
The adrenaline rush that young people get from being in overly dramatic and sometimes chaotic relationships can be intoxicating. The need to always feel a rush, to always be on the edge is seen as good for relationships, but perspectives change as you grow older. The more mature you get, the more you value peace, comfort, and a sense of stability. That instability and borderline insecurity that comes with dramatic relationships starts losing its allure on you. The older you get, the more peace you crave.
Random Impulse Buys
Having money to spend as and when you want it is a great thing. But young people are renowned for impulse buying. Many of them generally lack the financial discipline to plan their finance, and not buy whatever they feel like buying. When you’re young, you almost always believe you will never run out of money, or that when you need money you’ll always get it. Age teaches you that financial prudence is not a skill reserved for the poor; it is a life skill everyone should have and sharpen.
Neglecting Family Time
The grind, as a young person, can be so addictive you forget you have a family. You’ll rationalize to yourself why your family should understand why you’re working so hard and not giving them valuable time. “You’ll come for them later after you’ve made enough,” you say. But there is never enough time for them, and you grow old to regret it years later.
Sleepovers
As a kid, sleepovers were the ultimate adventure – staying up late, sharing secrets, and enjoying endless snacks. However, as an adult, they lose their charm. Adult sleepovers often mean uncomfortable makeshift sleeping arrangements, disrupted sleep schedules, and a next-day grogginess that’s hard to shake off. The excitement of being away from home is replaced by the longing for your own bed and a quiet night’s sleep.
Eating Whatever You Want
Remember when eating ice cream for breakfast or having pizza every day seemed like the ultimate freedom? As a kid, indulging in your favorite foods without a care in the world was a dream come true. Fast forward to adulthood, and this dream quickly turns into a nightmare. Adult bodies often can’t handle such reckless eating without consequences, like weight gain, energy crashes, or health issues. Calorie counting, dietary restrictions, and a longing for the metabolism of our youth replace the carefree eating of childhood.
Long School Holidays
As a child, school holidays were always like a blissful eternity, filled with endless possibilities and freedom from homework. However, as an adult, these long breaks transform into logistical nightmares, especially for parents. Balancing work commitments while keeping kids entertained and engaged has become daunting. For those without children, the nostalgia of long holidays is often replaced with the reality of limited vacation days and the pressures of a working adult life.
Being Fashionably Late
Arriving fashionably late to parties or gatherings used to be the cool thing. This was primarily because it added a sense of drama and importance to your entrance. In adulthood, however, this habit is anything but cool. Instead, it’s often seen as disrespectful and unprofessional, especially in work-related contexts. Being late can disrupt schedules, create inconvenience for others, and damage your reputation. The adult world values punctuality and reliability, so the once-thrilling act of fashionably late just doesn’t work anymore.
Collecting Everything
Go through your garage, and you’ll find boxes and boxes of stuff you collected when you were a child. As children, collecting items like stamps, coins, or action figures was a thrilling hobby. However, in adulthood, this habit is viewed more like clutter accumulation. The joy of collecting is overshadowed by the practicalities of limited space and the desire for minimalism. Because of this, what was once a prized collection usually now seems like an unnecessary accumulation.
Running Around Without a Care
As kids, running around aimlessly, playing tag, or just exploring without a destination was liberating and fun. It was a physical expression of freedom and boundless energy. In contrast, as adults, aimless wandering is often perceived as a waste of precious time. Adult life is structured around schedules, goals, and responsibilities. Unstructured physical activity is often replaced with regimented exercise routines or foregone entirely due to time constraints or physical limitations.
Making Prank Calls
We’ve all done it at some point or the other, made prank calls. Then, it used to seem like a really good idea, and the thrill and adrenaline of fooling someone on the other line was too good to pass up on. In adulthood, however, this activity loses its innocent charm and becomes inappropriate and often legally questionable.
What was once a harmless joke can be perceived as harassment or a nuisance in the adult world. The sense of humor evolves, and the realization that respecting others’ time and privacy is crucial makes prank calls a relic of a less responsible youth.
Believing in Fairy Tales
As children, believing in fairy tales, magical creatures, and fantastical worlds was a source of wonder and excitement. This belief sparked imagination and provided a sense of comfort and enchantment. However, in adulthood, these beliefs are often replaced with realism and skepticism. The magic of fairy tales is overshadowed by practical concerns and the understanding of the real world. While adults may still appreciate the stories, the naive belief and magical thinking of childhood typically fade, replaced by a more grounded and sometimes cynical view of the world.
Swapping Clothes with Friends
Sharing and swapping clothes with friends was a fun and exciting way to diversify your wardrobe as a kid. It felt like a treasure hunt, exploring each other’s style. As adults, however, this practice becomes less practical and desirable. This is because concerns about personal hygiene, different body sizes, and varied personal styles make clothes swapping less appealing.
Playing in the Rain
There used to be something oddly liberating about playing in the rain. The sheer joy, jumping in puddles, and not worrying about getting wet or dirty was a hallmark of childhood. It was a carefree expression of joy and a connection with nature. As an adult, this spontaneity is often replaced with concerns about health, getting drenched, ruining clothes, or appearing unprofessional. The romantic notion of dancing in the rain is often outweighed by the practicalities of adult life, like catching cold, damaging electronic devices, or the hassle of cleaning up afterward.
Skipping Chores
Dodging chores as a child was a major way to get other children to respect you. It always felt like a small victory, a way to escape boring tasks and enjoy more playtime. The thrill of sneaking away from responsibilities, even momentarily, was a part of the playful rebellion of youth.
In adulthood, however, skipping chores has real consequences. It leads to a disorganized living space, added stress, and often, more work later on. Adult life values cleanliness and order, turning skipped chores from a childish delight into a source of adult anxiety and guilt.
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