Grown-Up Regrets: 15 Childhood Delights That Turned into Adult Frustrations
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Being a carefree kid was one of the best times in a person’s life that is highly underrated! Most kids have no idea they’re living the best part of life, even though they think it’s awful because of rules and “responsibilities.” Still, the truth is many adults would trade their life to go back to the carefree days of being a kid and attending school in a heartbeat! In a thread recently, someone asked the question, “what’s cool as a kid but sucks as an adult?”
The Mail
One Redditor said, “Mail, I remember when I was a kid getting a letter in the mail was so exciting. Now it’s all bills and bad news.”
Adulting
A user said, “My first lesson as an adult: “No news is good news.”
Another user said, “Thinking about being an adult vs. actually being an adult.”
Playing
One Redditor said, “Jumping down the stairs.”
A second Redditor said, “Running. I used to be so fast. I’d run like Forrest. These days I run like a beater Peugeot, hacking, wheezing, and stalling out after one kilometer/mile.”
A third Redditor said, “Going on rides or playground equipment that spins!”
Having Money
A user said, “Paying for s****t.”
While another user simply said, “Having $20.”
A third user stated, “When I was little, I loved to have money and hand it over and get back change. Now it feels like I am paying for existing…”
Days Off
One Redditor said, “The months of June, July, and August. No summer breaks for adults.”
To which another responded, “And then if you have kids, now they’re out of school, and that makes those months more complicated.”
Social Situations
This Redditor said, “Going out to the club. Loud a** music, 14$ for a cocktail, some of the worst hookup/dating scenes on the planet, and I get to have a hangover the next morning? No thanks.”
Another Redditor said, “Having a birthday party.”
A Redditor had this to say, “Trying to pull an all-nighter with your friends.”
Eating
One Redditor said, “Eating an entire bag of candy… The rest of the day will be spent in agony and regret. I’ll do it again in a couple of weeks anyway.”
A second Redditor said, “Losing teeth as a kid meant a visit from the tooth fairy. Now, losing my teeth means my teeth are in bad condition and a trip to the dentist.”
Late Bedtime
One Redditor said, “Staying up late. The rush of excitement when you stay up past your bedtime. Now I just want a cuppa tea and go to bed.”
Theme Parks and Rides
A Redditor said, “Water parks. You don’t know how gross they are when you’re a kid…”
Another Redditor said, “For me, it’s rollercoasters. I used to love them, and the last time I went in one, I just felt like my neck and head hurt.”
Your Own House
“A Redditor said, “Having to pay for where you live.”
Another Redditor simply said, “Living with your parents.”
Adult Responsibilities
One user added, “Having a job. As a kid, “Whoa, he’s so mature. He has his own money.” As an adult, “Whoa, he’s barely surviving, lmao.”
A second user said, “Reality. As a kid, everything is new and exciting; there’s so much promise and wonder. As an adult, you know magic isn’t real, see how the world works, realize it’s seriously messed up.”
Road Trips and Family Vacations
This Redditor said, “Road trips. I never get to be the passenger anymore :(. “
Another Redditor added, “Going to the beach with a large family or group of people.”
Siblings
A user also commented, “Idolizing your older siblings.”
Being Care Free
A user had this to say, “Making a mess.”
Another user said, “Energy levels and metabolism.”
This user proclaimed, “Halloween? Can’t trick or treat. Instead, you have to buy the candy… unless you have a kid or attend a party, it’s kinda sh*tty, lol.”
Communication
One User said, “Talking on the phone.”
Finally, a user stated, “Trying to talk about video games and comics with new people in life. People do judge you for being childish and irresponsible.”
Redditors come through with this question and definitely gave some things that were totally fun as a kid but really start to suck as an adult. What do you remember about your childhood that was awesome and now stinks?
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