Dear Dr. Laura:
I'm 22 and am experiencing the first few months of adulthood after graduating from college, which includes working full-time and fully supporting myself financially. It's been exciting, confusing and a bit lonely, but your advice has helped me focus and gain control over my life. I want to share some things I've done to conquer immature and self-destructive habits, thanks to you:
- Stop following everyone on Facebook. I now only follow club groups that I belong to or pages that interest me, period.
- Take responsibility for your own actions - past and present. I've played the victim for far too long.
- There are always two sides to every story. Own up to your part and learn from it.
- The best advice I got from you - if you're not ready to marry, it's not the time to date.
- Allow yourself "alone time," and pursue things that interest you. It'll make you a more interesting person, and create opportunities to make new friends.
Thank you for all you do. Listening to you is no longer just a "long car ride" thing!
Ashley
