things I wish I'd known as a teenager | Lucy Moon

Here are some things I wish I'd known as a teenager.
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[@CharlesAlexanderParish]

Here I am procrastinating from sleep, after a busy day of procrastinating from revision

[@fatimxh]

Charlie I hope ur sleeping very well. ( if u r)🌿🌸✨🌙

[@floatwiththesticks]

Charlie sameeee A-Levels are hell 😭

[@user-mf7zc3bl1z]

Charlie you're basically Dan Howell then?

[@christine1439]

literally me right now

[@PridPlays1]

I'm in the exact same position, oh god why did I do Further Maths...

[@lazysun1]

girl, you should always treat yourself like you're still a child, because you would never hurt a child, right? treat yourself with kindness, always, is what i'm saying :)

[@lucyservo6574]

lazysun1 I love this viewpoint!! 😌👌

[@MamHuss]

lazysun1 I

[@lexielou3242]

That’s not true. As a child, I hurt myself. Yep. Okay

[@ogochukwuemmanuel4589]

The number of like on this comment of 666

[@cassiej9080]

My entire life I've been "the smart kid" in class. I suppose I'm actually privileged to be able to say that but it's come with this expectation to become a doctor or a teacher or a scientist or just anything that would make me financially stable or qualify as academic. But the thing is, I want to be a writer. I've known that for so long. Yet when I tell people that they laugh and say "you're too smart to be a writer " "that'll never pay the bills" or "don't waste your brain on the arts" and I'm like ????? Who do you even think you are??

[@hannahbee897]

Cassie J you go for it! don't listen to them. they'll be wanting to be buying your books when you're older 💜💜.Go prove them wrong!!

[@tea6792]

Definitely go for it but also seriously consider taking an option that can pay for your future. The economy we live in is very unstable so please consider doing something that won't leave you stressed and broke. There are loads of options where you can continue to write but also do something that you can use to pay for that.

[@elianarod4690]

Cassie J same for my ability in maths but if you know what you want and what you enjoy, do it. Also, you dont have to be one thing for all your life, you can be what you want. You never stop learning.

[@Carina5707]

Cassie J I was the same way. It drives me crazy how people love art yet don't respect those who want to pursue it...they always look at you with that sardonic half smile and say, "well, what's your backup plan?" And although it's annoying and so discouraging sometimes, it does have a grain of truth. As a writer, I highly recommend working full time and writing on the side. It's a lot of work, but if it's what you want, you'll still need to pay the bills until you can make enough as a writer. And even then, you could lose a contract, or not earn your advance back, or just not make enough to support yourself or a family even if you do get published. Never back down on your passions, but always do your research and consider your options logically. And work your butt off. "It takes ten years of hard work to become an overnight success". Best of luck to you.

[@lyricbot8513]

wattpad for practice, trust me

[@xxkarencxx9360]

As a 13 who just lost all of my friends, thank you.

[@paytoooncondoon5367]

XxKarenCxX I hope you feel better,

[@treygorena548]

oh no omg ): things'll get better ♡

[@nana-vl7xy]

XxKarenCxX you're gonna make more friends and don't worry about it,you're gonna know some amazing people in your life and maybe not,take time to get to know yourself and make sure to love urself first

[@xxkarencxx9360]

Thank you all, just kinda a rough time ya know? But the comments make it easier :)

[@lgm14]

heyy, i went through the same thing and yes it was rough but looking back on it i'm glad it happened as if they were true friends and worth having in my life, they would have stayed. sending ya love xx

[@kelseyelisabeth2106]

That sex advice is actually GENUINELY GREAT. it makes so much sense like how havent i thought about that before

[@tennesseewoodiel3143]

This made me feel so much better! I recently made the decision to move from the US to the UK to study at uni, turning down a more 'prestigious' university here to instead go to Goldsmiths. Ive always dreamed of living abroad, and studying in the UK will be so much cheaper, but there was still a voice in my head telling me that I will have a better career future if I go to a more respected institution... but skrew it! I wanna go to London and have a career that is globally connected! I'm doing things!

[@Billy76414URL]

Tennessee Woodiel im a freshman in highschool and how hard was moving to the uk for uni? id totally be down for doing something like that because college here is spendy and i want to leave once done

[@KaylaColie13]

Tennessee Woodiel Eyyyy I'm in the USA and I'll be applying to Goldsmiths next year! Good luck with the move!

[@alelovesleep]

Tennessee Woodiel good luck you're brave ☺

[@tatianamary2522]

My dream is to move to UK but I'm scared to move away from my friends and family

[@jenniferclapham6539]

Goldsmiths is an amazing university. To those of you thinking about moving, just do it.

[@123Reiny]

I was a lot more confident as a 12-year old than as an older teenager. As a kid I had an unusual style but my classmates seemed to like me regardless. Then puberty came and messed things up. I wanted to look like everyone else and 'fit in'. Now as a young adult I take inspiration from my 12-year old self and don't give a shit about what's 'in fashion' or what others might think. :-)

[@Laura-uf2yy]

Rein4 this happened to my friend, but she's still a teenager

[@IIMwieMandyII]

its weird how my parents are like the opposite of a lot of other parents. my parents always tell me that my education doesnt matter as long as its something i love and that lower paid jobs are ok too, that i dont have to study (which is funny bc they both went to uni). meanwhile im here wishing to go to uni, wishing for a high paid business job and having a high status (it soundes shallow but thats what it is), studying something like law etc... simply bc i like it & i wanna live my life like that

[@lucymoon]

+Mandy Stahr follow your dream! 💕💕

[@emmamarie5379]

I'm exactly the same!!

[@emisstudying]

Mandy Stahr exactly same here!

[@katynorfolk8829]

Mandy Stahr omgggg same

[@kikwangk4793]

probably because your parents are educated, therefore they know that all the knowledge and money youll earn wont matter if youre not happy.. follow your heart, do what you love😊❤

[@chenevanniekerk2019]

I wonder if her tea got cold

[@foreverruthyb.666]

i feel like I get so scared of getting judged and ridiculed that it stopes me from trying and this just spoke to me on another level

[@alelovesleep]

I'm 22, what you said about regretting the things you don't do really got to me. I'm scared of trying new things and I feel I have already missed out on many great experiences.

[@hanzib31]

Alejandra Garcia im in exactly the same boat...same age and all. its a weird age. your not a teen anymore, but your also still so young and not experienced 😂 Its a fun (read: terrifying) time 😉

[@i-want-fries1931]

i'm the same too and i used to take some many risks before

[@hopejackson3935]

"Food is fuel" That phrase is one of the few things that keep me sane. It's so simple and so obvious, yet I seem to find myself repeating it over and over again. Thanks Lucy

[@shenicejohnson7059]

I feel really shit rn so hopefully this will make me feel better ❤️

[@Bell-mw4lc]

shenice johnson i hope you feel better tomorrow ❤️

[@Pinkdinosaurs7]

shenice johnson hope you feel better tomorrow! Much love x

[@tatianamary2522]

shenice johnson I really hope you're better!

[@Neil-jm6om]

7:20 I genuinely thought Lucy said 'they also do ket quite a lot' I feel it gives the following few seconds a new meaning.

[@lucymoon]

+Neil Waldron looool they probably did that too

[@izzyhu8895]

Neil Waldron omg I'm so glad I wasn't the only one to hear that 😂😂

[@ImogenMiller62]

im still hearing 'they also do ket quite a lot' i seriously dont know what was actually said thats all i hear

[@hotscottrulz]

imogen miller I think it's "They do *care* quite a lot."

[@berenicethegirl]

What does "ket" mean ?

[@rubypreston5301]

I couldn't sleep and this has made me feel so much better , thank you Lucy !

[@will_28_64]

I'm in year 12. I love you're stance on the stress of being pressured into uni. I will go to uni, I really want to and it is definitely right for me, but school always wants to push you further and further. Hence I am in an oxbridge group, I'm expected to put an application to Cambridge and that is not only stressful in itself, but it's setting people up to be disappointed when they don't get in. Furthermore I'm not sure Cambridge is even right for me. Being a teenager is so flexible that often we are put into choices that there isn't a right answer to, and so it's nearly inevitable that we'all make the wrong one and won't know that we have for many years.

[@emiliadeluca2238]

Will_28 if you feel like Cambridge isn't for you, don't apply if you don't want to! Your school might pressure you into it but it is ultimately you who put your UCAS choices in and you who presses send. If you haven't been to Cambridge before though, take a look. I'd been on several visits over the years so my school wanted me to be in the Oxbridge society last year (I'm yr13 now)but I knew in didn't want to go there, I wouldn't get the grades (so more stress) and they didn't have the course I wanted! So I applied to the uni's I wanted including ones with small course or a uni my teachers didn't know existed (Wales is a scary place!!)there were middle-y in league tables because that is where I liked the course I wanted, and now I've got an unconditional to a good uni (Coventry) I really like and couldn't be happier to start in September! I even turned down a reduced grades place at a Russell group uni (Loughborough) as I didn't like the uni at an applicant day. 8yr old me was destined and dreamed of going to Cambridge but even though that isn't happening I'm very happy with my uni choices. apply to wherever you like the course and the uni (now is the time to start going to open days), as in the end league tables don't determine your experience there,and it's at least 3 years of your life. (sorry this is super long, just thought I'd try and help!)

[@naomicarter6261]

Will_28 truly ^^ is the right answer. Personally , even though my grades are good right now and many people may expect me to apply, I know that there is no way I would thrive at the Oxbridge environment because it just is not my place - a friend who is currently there has described it to me and I just know I could not even cope! Consider it carefully (though don't not go if you want to and you understand what it will be like) And don't be put off by others cos it is your life!

[@floatwiththesticks]

Will_28 I'm in Year 13 now but last year, I was put in to the Oxbridge group. I even went to a taster lecture. But it just wasn't me... Not one bit. I think it's so important to fall in love with a uni as well as the course! It's brilliant if your uni offers both: a fantastic course and you love it. Honestly though, when you visit, you will KNOW which uni you can see yourself at. Follow your heart, that's where you'll be happiest. (Also, not applying to Oxbridge is no way a reflection on your academic ability. I received four unconditional offers because I chose a course I was ridiculously in love with. Go do you!)

[@Imogenxxx95]

I was in a similar position when I was in sixth form, but what I would say is that if it doesn't feel right and you don't really want to go, I don't think it's a good idea to apply really! It was hugely time consuming and incredibly stressful, when I should have been concentrating on my A-Levels. Plus, if it's not something you really want to do, it's very difficult to have that drive to push you to work hard for it - Cambridge interviewers can tell if it's not something you really want. Plus, so many people I know who went to Oxbridge because of pressure are now really regretting it because they could have had a much more enjoyable time at a different university - depends how much you want prestige though!

[@JustOneEllie]

i do agree with what everyone has said to you about this, but as someone who is at cambridge, i can tell you a lot of the rumours and stereotypes arent true. yes it is high pressure, but you make incredible friends because of that, because you need each other to help you though. i really wasn't sure if it was gonna be right for me, i was tempted to turn down the offer and go to york, but i am so glad i didnt, as lucy said you only regret the chances you dont take. i have lots of friends who applied and didnt get in, but i really dont think they lost anything through that. see the interview as an opportunity, and make sure your other 4 UCAS options are places you genuinely want to go and there is no loss in applying. if you get an offer you are under no obligation to take it.

[@Matoustar]

I'm fifteen, nearly sixteen, and this really made me think about my sense of self and what I want to do with my future, which a video hasn't done in a verryyy long time this advice was actually extremely helpful for me, instead of the meaningless crap you hear a million times like "just be yourself lol", so genuinely thank you

[@littleblueplanet222]

Wow thank you, this was good timing. I'm currently deciding between college and art school and I think this has kinda inspired me to follow my dreams (still super conflicted and scared about money but it'll be okay)

[@fatimxh]

Kellen Kennedy hugs and sending positive vibes 🌔🌿🌈🌻💜

[@globetrottinglottie522]

Kellen Kennedy Do what you love ❤️

[@rhiannacracknell8241]

Kellen Kennedy do what makes you happy, you only have one life so make it a story you'll be proud to tell

[@tadashihatsudai]

As I recent art graduate here are a few things I can point out. 1) You don't have to go to art school to get a degree in art. See if there are any good accredited universities/colleges near by or out of state that have a good arts program. 2) Cover GEDs first. It's fine if you want to go to a 4 year university from the start if your budget allows. 3) Although these days, most budget savvy students cover general education at an accredited community college for two years first before transferring to university and finish the last 2 years there. 4) If you have an idea of what you want to do at university and want to start community college first, research the academic requirements for the degree you're interested in. There will be degree related classes, typically stuff like beginner painting and sculpting classes, that you will need to do before you transfer to a state university or elsewhere. 5) Avoid for-profit colleges. Asides the fact that many aren't accredited, or sometimes claim that they are accredited, the credits you earn from taking courses at these kinds of colleges often don't transfer to other schools.

[@SmileSplashAG]

THANK YOU! Next year I'm going into grade twelve and I'm really stressed about picking the right courses and all of that. I'm a creative person who wants to write books, make films, and is very interested in history, and come from a place where creatives are generally seen as people who won't succeed in life, this was very helpful to me :)

[@lm3635]

My tips experiences as a 14 year old: - FORGIVE - Try to **accept**, it’s ok to be wrong sometimes in a fight or a conversation and admitting it to yourself - “love those who hate you and bless those who curse you” - “Put yourself in some els shoes” really try to do that, when you really deeply think about THAT one person you’ll know your wrong and just give love (people really need it) - Delete apps that distract you - Don’t obsess yourself with a boy, who doesn’t even appreciates you or sees you as THAT one. Move on, don’t “”waste”” your precious time when you can be doing something else for yourself -I have so much to talk about, things that I learned from experience. I want you guys to know so you don’t make the same mistakes. Please really try to be GOOD I mean it and (“Don’t be trap in someone else’s dream” (life). ) ☺️🧸🤎💜💜

[@jacksapeach]

I actually love it when Lucy does stuff like #veda :3 I've been doing it myself and it's soooo stressful but your doing an amazing jobbb !!! How do you make it seem so effortless amazing

[@sydneyschroeder6305]

She is so calming. I love her.

[@laughterismylullaby]

Who else was watching teenage Lucy as a teen? Goodness I've been subscribed for so long

[@Julia-ze7cn]

I'm 20, so not a teenager, but I applied for uni (sweden) today. It's like my dream course in the biggest university-city in sweden (it'll be amazing), although I'm still utterly terrified of officially making the choise (since it means that I'm moving out to a new city). Hearing your little “just do it”-rant was exactly what I needed! So thank you. Oh, and don't worry about you being “behind”. I so believe in the butterfly effect, so if you wouldn't have gone to uni it wouldn't be this you sitting here today. So yeah, you are behind that other version of you, but that isn't you, so in a way this all is irrelevant. Totally understand you though, have a similar situation in my own hands. Take care!

[@bananawomanD]

hello stranger on the internet! just to tell you that you're probably stronger and braver than you think. i'm 22 and just moved to the countryside in japan and my japanese is only useful for talking about everyday things so doing stuff like getting a bank account has been a Trial. but you get through it, and it makes you stronger and realise you had what it takes all along. Good luck with applying! I hope you get in!! You're going to have such a great time, I'm so excited for you :D

[@Julia-ze7cn]

Hi fellow stranger! Thank you so much for this message. It, without a doubt, made my day. This is why I love the internet. I wish you the best of luck with whatever comes your way. As you said, it'll work itself out. and japanese is such a cool language! kudos to you! (studying chinese so I know the struggle) ;p

[@amberkirya8194]

Hey Lucy! I'm 17 and I just wanted to tell you that this video helped me a lot. I'm currently in grade 12 (last school year) and everyone is talking about wanting to study law or politics to be financially stable in life and literally no one is risking to follow their creative dreams for instance: writing a book, making music or just drawing. I knew that I won't fit into that definition of success that society created: follow the footsteps of society's expectations and study medicine or law to be "successful" even tho that won't make you happy in the long run to work over 20years somewhere you are not passionate about. You really helped me to not stress about these things and to just do what makes me happy. To learn to work for your dreams and live to please yourself and no one else. I started to make a drum cover channel on KZbin I've always wanted to do, so thank you Lucy! You are an inspiration!

[@MosherCat]

I have to say this really helped me and I am so glad I took the time to check out this video! Granted, I am 3 months late. But nevertheless, your words really struck a chord with me and I think I'll carry your advice with me moving forwards. For example, recently I have been wanting to re-do my room. I'm about to turn 18 and I just wanted a very grown up look, so in an attempt to feel mature I've been going through my things, tossing out stuff I don't need, and discussing with my dad options for new furniture. The only thing I have not touched is my posters. I have so many posters littering my entire room, all depicting my undying love for different TV shows and artists. I had plans to pack them away and leave my walls bare, putting up those cool minimalistic wall hangings to be aesthetically pleasing. But watching your video I realized that isn't me. I like my messy room and stuffed animals and walls full of colorful posters. Because they make my room, MY room. This is only ONE of the many things I have taken away from your video, but it really made me happy to remember I don't have to stick to the crowd in order to 'fit in'. Have a nice day, Lucy! And thanks again. c:

[@shypersonontheinternetx5421]

Last summer I finished Uni with a masters degree in engineering. I've always found it hard to decide on just one thing to do. A degree in engineering opens a whole lot of different career oppertunities and it gives you stability. However, with that beeing said: What you do 9-5 isn't the whole you. You can still enjoy stuff outside of work, like making music or whatever your "real" passions are. I still find my job challenging and interesting, but it's up and down just like everything else. I'm sure there would still be ups and downs even if I worked 9-5 with my passion. Point is: there's never just one thing you can do or have to do - you can do it all. At least whilst you're not completly settled down with a family etc... Thank you for an interesting video, Lucy!

[@tohumankind]

I NEEDED THIS OH MY GOD. i do the whole apologizing and taking the blame thing soooo much it's ridiculous. i was just thinking about it today. when it comes to my past friendships and relationships there has been occasions where that pent up resentment ruins the relationship. also the whole uni decision time has come for me and it's so intense. i have gotten into schools there's just a lot of choice that comes with it. i don't want to feel as if im missing on something. anyways thanks so much for the wonderful video lucy!! :~)

[@maya-lv7ru]

a lot of people tend to judge me because each year I'll try and sit with a new group of friends if I'm not comfortable with the one I used to hang out with the year before. but I like it I'm actually so proud of this because a whole year I'd try and see if I feel like they care about me or I'm truly me with them which I wouldn't have done a few years ago. I'm only 15 years old now anyways but I've always had trouble with friends so I'm happy with what I'm doing now... :)

[@bernaslacamur7299]

I don't know why but watching Lucy always makes me feel comfortable, it is like I am having a cup of coffee in my hands too and chatting with her. Kinda like being with a friend. I like this feeling.

[@annikaclark2873]

Thank you for talking about experiencing guilt and shame, and how that effects you. It's not talked about enough, and I, a teenager, need to hear it.

[@theboomtingclash]

Your second point really hit home, about rolling over and apologising or taking the blame for something that isn't your fault. I lost a friendship because eventually I stopped trying to fix our friendship by taking blame wrongly. Eventually I realised that I had nothing to apologise for. I tried, hard, tried to be civil - but why make all the effort, eh? anyway, life is so much more positive without her.

[@ninio9576]

I enjoy listening to you because you can put across your point and it be directed at the younger generation yet in no way do you sound patronising which is a very hard thing to do however you do it effortlessly.

[@Megan-wf2yv]

Mutual apologies!!! Oh my god this is such a big thing for me now. One of my (now ex) best friends used to kind of force me to take the full blame any time we fell out or I upset her and it really fucked me up emotionally.

[@BathroomJams]

Guilt and shame eat me up so much too. I do things that I not long after regret and then I end up punishing myself by being self destructive.. can someone help me please?

[@peytonmargo3100]

Bathroom Jams that's the worst feeling. Just always keep in mind you are human, u make mistakes...people fuck up and that's alright..just forgive yourself, and know that the fact you even feel shame/guilt means you do care a lot about others..just manifest that into forgiveness and learning

[@zoemcguire8742]

Find a friend they can make the darkest times lit(haha) Anyways, more importantly learn to live with and love yourself

[@BathroomJams]

Lucy is such a gem, she just uploaded a new video about making mistakes!!

[@BathroomJams]

Thanks for the support guys :) x

[@hk-nm8ox]

Omg ur a whole MOOD

[@TheHappinessFirm]

I'm nearly 20 and daaamn looking back at my early-mid teens this is SO true! Anyone that is in that period and having a rough time, honestly it'll get better - I used to suffer from severe anxiety and depression to the extent I could barely leave the house and now i'm going out there making steps to make my goals a reality and it feels amazing!

[@ssiriwardena9]

Literally been wishing for a vid like this from anyone this week and now LUCY makes one 🙌🏽

[@soupisbreakfast]

i love hearing things everyone else would tell themselves, its interesting to see how they compare to what i'd tell myself. lovely video as always, lucy ✨

[@MillyQvist]

I used to care so much about what other people thought of me and I still kinda do. But the main difference is that I have learnt the difference between being seen as a kind person (which is important to me) and being afraid to wear what I want or dance in a weird way to fit in. I wish I knew this way before, but one time someone told me that they think it is so cool that I could be made fun off for wearing some clothes one day and wear them again the next. Also, I learnt that the coolest people I know of don't strive for approval from others. Ultimately, there's only one person that you for certain will be with for the rest of your life and that is yourself. So be kind to yourself (and others).

[@dt67889]

This is the most honest, smart and real advice I've ever had in my entire life. Lucy really is wise beyond her years, it's astounding

[@majacrawley1891]

i love how laid back and simply edited your videos are. always feel like i'm just sitting down n talking with a good friend

[@mikak1765]

This is exactly what I needed. It's so nice to come home after a long day and just wind down with a vid from Lucy. SO glad you're doing veda this month

[@vianethcardenas3867]

you saved my life with this video. thank you.

[@amyrowe9436]

I really adore your hair recently, it looks so nice

[@Sophie.L.H]

The thing about fitting in really got me, after about 3 years of high school I stopped trying to fit in and just started being myself and wearing whatever I wanted to wear which usually consisted of dr martens, black ripped skinny jeans and some sort of metal band t-shirt with backcombed hair and heavy eyeliner. Safe to say I've toned it down as I've matured, but that was me for a while and I'm glad I didn't try to fit in too much during the middle of high school, especially in a school that wanted everyone to look the same

[@KiaHazel]

this was so great! I could have used these notes as a teenager. I thought my whole teenage life that I am not creative because I can't sing and I am not musical yet I always had a feeling that I want to create things. But i was so obsessed into passing high school and getting into university so I could have a career that never really found my creative aptitude until now. I wish I would have let my self explore a little more :)

[@iluvdancing123]

Kia Charlotta I'm the same, I even stopped doing hobbies because I didn't want that to distract from my studies. I'm starting to become more creative now and feel much happier :)

[@KiaHazel]

so happy to hear this Linda

[@samyork8699]

I really enjoy/appreciate these sorts of longer videos where you share your experiences. I find it really useful at the stage I am in my life when other people talk about the different paths and options that are available as sometimes my views on how I want to progress become so clouded by the opinions of people who, despite wanting the best for me, don't necessarily consider the direction I want to go in life. Videos like this are genuinely so fucking helpful as it helps me look at how you've experienced progression and how that relates to myself. ❤

[@jennywade1620]

I'm 15 and constantly being judged, as are all the other people in my year. I feel like society nowadays is constantly telling us how to look etc and school exaggerates that. You have the "popular" kids and you feel as if you need to look and act like them to up you ur social status. Be who you want to be and don't be afraid of yourself x

[@SinKhxn]

Lucy i don't know why but the more i watch you the more i feel like I'm listening to an older sister and getting advice. I love your authenticity and how raw/real your videos come across. Such a big inspiration!

[@kristentharappel1441]

I just found her channel and I'm obsessed. She's so genuine.

[@Naimaknows]

the comments section is so eloquent and the discussion is so nice to see! also great advice from Lucy 🙈💭💙

[@babycakes7231]

I LOVE YOUR AESTHETIC and you're so inspiring omg 💖

[@maggiebakken2870]

You're one of my biggest role models, honestly. Whenever I watch your videos it's like an escape from my high school life, an escape from the stress and anxiety and I thank you for that :)

[@WaistHighView]

Really fascinated by the 'Don't try so hard to fit in' and the whole explanation behind it because I never personally felt that, which I guess was because I never had the option to blend in, regardless of what I did. Just interesting to think about as it probably gave me a lot of freedom in just exploring what I wanted; I knew I couldn't blend so I didn't feel the need to try.

[@elysezzz5627]

loved the point about what is healthy. worrying about that is a major anxiety in my life and hearing you say that nothing is set in stone was very affirming. love you :)

[@LillyWhom]

I watch this every so often and it is SUCH an important reminder for me to keep me grounded and make sure I'm doing what I want to do and not just what other people tell me to. Thank you love you

[@abrilcid9621]

even tho I’m very late finding you and your channel it’s helped me a lot, these basic talks really gets me thinking and gets me through the days, thank you Lucy♡

[@pardisattar9935]

honestly, I have watched a lot of this teenage advice videos and THIS WAS THE BEST! I felt like an inner voice was talking to me deep down from my heart. THANK YOU

[@emii4225]

Thank you for this! I really needed to hear these ♡ There are some things you have to experience yourself to learn and grow as a person, but it's super helpful to get advice and just avoid mistakes in the first place! I just mean, it's okay to make mistakes and you shouldn't be ashamed of things you've done that you might find embarrassing, or the life choices you've made. To anyone, they made you the person you are today!

[@s0phiej0]

my sleeping patterns messed right now, can always rely on you for a good late night watch! I honestly wish I hadn't tried so much to blend in even now sometimes at 20 years old, I feel like I want to be apart of groups and then when you're apart of them you actually realise they aren't the best people to be around. feeling you with this video! ✨

[@CachezUneMemoire]

We're being spoilt with Lucy videos these days. I don't mind 🙌

[@Lauren-ul4ih]

Laura Lavens true

[@isabellaquinn6162]

Lucy is like a big sister

[@emilys.6754]

I'm absolutely in love with your hair

[@alexandrafraire7704]

always a good time with you lucy ❣️

[@CharlotteHardy]

I love this so much x Thank you Lucy. I was wondering if you could do a video relating to guilt and shame and how to stop obsessing over them? Those two things eat me alive as well and mainly for completely unjustified reasons! I loved this whole video and you seem so lovely. Anyone who is friends with you is honestly so lucky.

[@bringwashing]

Lucy I'm so glad you decided to make that video! it was really inspirational

[@qnegro1014]

Thank you for this💌 I'm from the US and I always imagined myself being a trauma surgeon But in the past two years I've changed directions and decided to apply to art schools in the UK and Ireland (other locations as well) I don't know anyone personally whose done it Yet I feel drawn in that direction It's scary yet so riveting Ughhhh being a teenager is is the same So thank you for this ❤

[@heylookitsrach8065]

I just always come back to this video when I'm down and feeling self conscious, relaxes me and reassures me that it's okay not to be like everybody.

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

"it never crossed my mind not to go." I was definitely in the same boat. For the career I hope to have though, it required going to uni, and my stress was whether to stay at home in Northern Ireland (where the fees were cheaper but the course was shit) or put St Andrews as my firm choice (triple the tuition fees, much higher grade requirements, and in Scotland, but the best in the UK for my choice). I was told by so many people that it was too competitive, too expensive and unlikely that I'd get scholarships, etc etc. I think that was the first time I really believed in myself when making a big decision - I ended up getting well over my grade requirements in my A Levels, got three scholarships to cover my fees and am having the best time here. It terrifies me to think what my life would've been like if I'd stayed at home out of fear of failing, fear of putting myself out there. This video reminded me of that. Thank you so much, Lucy x

[@samzen5369]

I love Lucy and her videos sooo much. I always end up with a different perspective on life or a feeling of reassurance.

[@magdalenakosut5024]

thank you so much for this, as a very much so confused in multiple areas of life 17 yr old, it really made me feel better, helped and comforted me by reminding that I won't be stuck in all these dilemmas forever

[@elianarod4690]

But what happen if you dont know what you want to doo? :/

[@beazuzmcceasar22]

Explore new things to find out what you do and do not like. Also find out what careers can help society and other people.

[@elianarod4690]

Thankss but ive done that and im in the same place. Also, ive accepted that im in conflict and i wont hurry. Ps. Sorry for my english

[@beazuzmcceasar22]

Yeah It's better to take your time than to rush into something. I took two gap years to figure it out. I don't regret taking my time. Sorry that I'm not Lucy but I thought I'd reply anyway!

[@elianarod4690]

Bea Livingstone Exactly, i really appreciate your answer 💞

[@CrystalzandGlitter]

As an AS student & complexed 16yr old I needed this! Thank you so so much, this has really helped me put everything into perspective x

[@circlinq]

The last point is so important ! Do what fills you with passion and love because anything else will only make you sad. I've been wanting to become a teacher since grade 7 and everything I did ( school wise ) was to get me into my favorite University. And it happened. And as hard as Uni can be somtimes, I'm loving it because it's the thing I'm so motivated for and teaching young people feels like the one thing I was put on earth for lol ( and I'm not spiritual or religious in any way) . Do what you wanna do BUT stay realistic.

[@eveobryan490]

I absolutely love all your videos, they are so motivating, you are by far my favourite KZbinr, I get so excited when you post new videos!

[@lucyackland9784]

Omg I love your channel! It's literally the cosy corner of KZbin, I love how relaxed it is Thankyou for that! Xx

[@lenaalnc]

I'm 15 and i feel so lucky to have KZbin because i can watch videos like this one and feel good about me, my life and my future. Thank you so much

[@claudiablack1718]

I've watched this video so many times now, it makes me incredibly happy. Thankyou for creating it

[@anathemaaaa]

thank you. I honestly don't know what else to say. this video truly inspired me to go down the path of film and photography instead of being an actress like the rest of my "friends". I've been on the fence about this since junior high and I was really going to repress my aspirations to be with people I can't really stand. thank you so much Lucy

[@kialafiction]

The being yourself point is soooooo needed right now. I'm about to go off to university and honestly I just needed to be reminded that I don't need to change who I am because everyone there is going to be different

[@juliafrancesca6054]

Thank you so much for making this video Lucy. Today has been a rough day for me and this helped me a lot. Your words never fail to make me feel good about myself. Thank you

[@hayleymurphy2823]

The one about not worrying about what your naked body looks like is something I genuinely needed to hear right now. I'm finding it so hard to connect with anyone on that kind of level because I'm so insecure. Maybe I'll just remember this from now on

[@emilypoligerinos6024]

I'm in my twelfth year of high school, so naturally i spent all of today having multiple existential crisis's over what I'm going to study at uni once i finish, all the while feeling that everything was an obligation. Long story short, this made video made me cry bc idk you just hit all the right points, so thank you xx

[@pixie_fire_fox_fairy]

Your videos are really lovely, Lucy! I recently found you and I'm so glad I did. Insightful and creative! x

[@wlwcats5810]

ahh all of that is so important. I love you Lucy. also you hair looks so soft and fluffy.

[@jeanmoloney3521]

Go girl! Love this video! Very honest and makes me feel reassured as a creative person!

[@starryy222]

This was much needed. My GCSE'S are a month away, & teachers are drilling it in my head that these days will make up my future, as in the 6th form/college I'll go to, leading to the uni then job etc. And I've never had a huge passion for that. I love education but not school lmao. idek

[@francescawilson6701]

Wow, best advice video I have ever watched, hands down, keep doing what you're doing it's amazing !!

[@tokidoki1029]

Thank you for saying this! I've been in this weird emotional/conflicted place and this honestly helped so much!

[@rachael6870]

Such a helpful video!! You are wonderful!! And your voice is so calming to listen too

[@m.4075]

Tbh I love the comment section on his vid ❤lucy be proud of yourself for inspiring the good side in people.

[@TheOnlyL00]

I absolutely loved this video! I feel so inspired and motivated right now... today was gonna be a chilled day for me but I've decided I want a good workout, especially with this lovely London weather. Thank you, Lucy :)

[@citlalligonzalez8724]

I think it's helpful how your videos are straight-forward!. Thanks for these kinds of videos!

[@moureenpedersen2440]

So, true. I told one of my friends last week. How this circle of expectations and some people do not do what they want. But instead do what other people expect of them.

[@jessicanichol12]

Loved this video, made me feel really inspired ☺️ I could watch you videos all day every day xx

[@courtneyhoing]

forever obsessed with your hair

[@xxcnd83xx]

I never thought that I'd be saying that one day, but sometimes I miss being a teenager. I didn't realise all the goods things I had, like still having both my parents, not to have to worry about money, no responsability except for doing OK at school...I was too focused about not being slim enough, pretty enough, cool enough...It seems so ridiculous now. So if I could say something to my teenage self, it would be open your fucking eyes, you're one of the lucky ones (for now)

[@nicole9119]

This video and the comments votes are my calm place💖 thank you so much, I just found you and your supportive community.

[@sarah-mb1zj]

honestly makes me feel so much better!! 17 and last uear of high school with the expectations to go to uni and get money and get a job and be an adult and its crushing this really helped me sort of realise that uni isnt the be and end all and there is always more to life thank you!

[@maggiex7117]

This is such a sweet video! Love your channel + style !