We should just merge this thread with all the other threads that have turned into a self-loathing debate with Taug. It's a vicious circle.
Taug said:
Yes, but when you talk to old people you will always hear that their youth (mainly High School and College/University) was their best time. If this means that from now on it is only getting worse...
I hate that people think that once they're past their mid 20's that life's over and gone. The reason a lot of old people say that is because life is often easier during their teenage and early adult years because they don't have expenses, commitments and stress which, once you reach mid twenties, cannot be avoided unless you live in a box. Even then...
I have many fond memories of my teenage years, but also many many regrets. 19 - 22 was pretty f*cked in my opinion - that was my rehabilitation and learning period after my teen years turned pear shaped. Now it seems everything has fallen into place and at nearly 26, I have soooo much to look forward to.
Once you get over your negativity and self loathing you will realise you do as well:
In the next 10 years you will be getting married, having kids, buying your first house (and second maybe?), finishing your qualifications, starting a new career, building your investment portfolio, traveling & holidaying... etcetera etcetera?
The next 10 years after that you will be enjoying life even more... watching your kids grow up, more travelling, buying your dream house, dinner parties, good friends, planning for early retirement... etcetera etcetera?
...not to mention all the little things that make life great, like good music, art & literature, hobbies, sports, sex and the satisfaction of all your accomplishments.
If you think your life's over at 25, you may as well go and live in a box... You obviously don't want to live life lonely and depressed. It's never too late to start enjoying life. As also pointed out, you are a decent looking guy, well educated and you live in a well developed country. It's all up to you to create your own destiny.