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This 21-year-old asked adults to share their most oddly specific life tips, and I was not prepared for how genius these are

This 21-Year-Old Asked Adults To Share Their Most Oddly Specific Life Tips, And I Was Not Prepared For How Genius These Are
This 21-Year-Old Asked Adults To Share Their Most Oddly Specific Life Tips, And I Was Not Prepared For How Genius These Are

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The internet is overflowing with life advice, but most of it is painfully generic. So, when 21-year-old Threads user @lizzierecovers sought non-cliché life advice, she specifically asked the internet to share the most oddly specific, random advice possible. "No general 'surround yourself with positive people' tips," she said.

Person seeking oddly specific life tips, avoiding general advice and preferring random, specific suggestions
@lizzierecovers / Via threads.com

People really understood the assignment. From practical tips to mindset shifts, here are some of the most niche yet shockingly helpful responses:

1.Never underestimate the importance of location, location, location, even if you need a compass to determine the best one:

Comment reads:
@hshowman / Via threads.com

2.When it comes to your favorite things, having two is twice as nice:

Text post by growingvibes24b:
@growingvibes24b / Via threads.com

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3.No matter how bad the job market is, don't settle for a job that makes you miserable:

Text reads:
@ minto.tokage / Via threads.com

4.But no matter what job you have, make sure to keep a log of your successes:

Advice on saving positive work emails for self-evaluation and reviews to advocate for yourself effectively
@jadefaugno / Via threads.com

5.Go out of your way to appreciate the people who keep things running smoothly from behind the scenes:

A social media post advises valuing service staff at work or home, emphasizing that true power can belong to those who manage everyday essentials
@mommacusses / Via threads.com

6.If you can read a recipe, you can cook. Find recipes you like and cook them:

Comment suggests learning to cook 10 cheap meals you like and eating out minimally
@c8mills / Via threads.com

7.Never forget that you are your oldest, truest friend:

A parent shares advice on independence, suggesting doing activities alone like concerts and dinners, and advises that hangovers are worse than getting drunk
@iamnicolehate / Via threads.com

8.And there's nothing like spending time with your oldest, truest friend:

Quote encourages enjoying activities alone, promoting independence and self-sufficiency
@rachelmanwill / Via threads.com

9.But no friend can fill every role in your life, so its wisest to have many:

A message about having different friends for various roles and the disappointment of expecting too much from one person
@canuckarmymom / Via threads.com

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10.Easier said than done, but if it won't matter in five years, try not to dwell on it for more than five minutes:

Text: Encouragement to learn from mistakes, not dwell on embarrassments or offenses, and keep moving forward
@mommywhorebucks / Via threads.com

11.You're never, ever trapped:

Text post stating that people can always leave unfulfilling situations like jobs, relationships, and locations
@mandy_matney / Via threads.com

12.Show up for people, and bonus points if you have a homemade meal in tow:

Two suggestions: bring meals to those in need, and attend funerals when possible
@iris__flores / Via threads.com

13.Don't avoid doing something just because you don't know how to do it perfectly:

@charlirodgers / Via threads.com
@charlirodgers / Via threads.com

14.And similarly, there's value in doing things you're bad at:

Instagram post text saying, "Sing a song out loud every day no matter how bad your voice is."
@kairosg / Via threads.com

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15.Because if you're comfortable doing things imperfectly, you'll be a more confident and capable person overall:

Text encouraging practicing rejection by asking out strangers, applying for challenging jobs, and entering art contests to build confidence
@signal_nine / Via threads.com

16.If you want to stay informed and emotionally regulated, listen to an NPR news podcast while birding:

Summary of the post: The user’s mental health improved by getting news from NPR podcasts rather than social media, and they recommend "Life Kit" podcast
@catherineeeng / Via threads.com

17.Don't wait for a "Sunday reset" to do all your chores:

Weekly chore schedule suggests dedicating specific days for tasks: Monday for plants, Tuesday for vacuuming, Wednesday for laundry, simplifying weekends
@thebeastmistress / Via threads.com

18.And don't wait to run the dishwasher if you could clean something more effectively by hand:

Comment advises wiping peanut butter off a knife before dishwashing, as it won't get clean otherwise
@cr44 / Via threads.com

19.Just like the thoughts you have when you're awake, the thoughts you have while you sleep also deserve space in your journal:

Person suggests writing and keeping a dream journal to reflect on past dreams
@mitzianncampbell / Via threads.com

20.There's nothing like a high ceiling:

A comment from a social media post advises choosing the optional higher ceilings package when building a house
@ tracy.page.artist / Via threads.com

21.When in doubt, read:

Text excerpt encourages reading 20-50 pages daily across various genres, emphasizing variety and making reading a consistent habit
@fu_imananteater / Via threads.com

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22.Moving sucks, but there's ways to make it suck less:

Tip for moving: Keep sheets handy in your car and make your bed first to ensure you rest easily after unpacking
@pasadenahairextensions / Via threads.com

23.Brand name isn't always better:

Advice on saving money by using generic medicines instead of branded ones, emphasizing the importance of knowing names and dosages
@rett_lubag / Via threads.com

24.Streamline your life by aligning the timing of your monthly expenses with your payday:

Advice on adjusting payment dates for bills to align with salary days, helping manage finances without affecting savings plans
@jacmrhs / Via threads.com

25.Make a point of intentionally pausing to savor the moment, especially at your own wedding:

Text with advice on enjoying wedding receptions, contrasting it with the solemnity of funerals
@brownlambt / Via threads.com

26.And finally, the things that ground you in life are worth splurging on:

Text advises investing in quality items between you and the ground, like shoes and mattresses, for support. Also suggests 100% cotton underwear
@tessarose34 / Via threads.com

27.Especially when it comes to the place you rest your head each night:

Comment from user colleenh12345 saying, "Buy an expensive pillow."
@colleenh12345 / Via threads.com

Do you have any super duper oddly specific life tips to add? Please share the wealth in the comments, or use the anonymous form below. Your response could be featured in an upcoming BuzzFeed Community post.

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