The years of high school tends to linger within the American
experience. Whether one was a popular student, an outcast, a jock, or an
academic it usually left one memories to sort through in their adult life. Unfortunately
there are some who have trouble transitioning into their adulthood because they
appeared to peak in high school.
Most individuals have the ability to grow beyond their
youth. The problem comes when the adult individual cannot see the picture
beyond that period of adolescence. It may not be a fault of their own but
rather not being taught the skills to look at life’s whole picture. Either the
individual refuses to accept the changes or may have the inability to grow due
to medical or mental issues.
I bring this topic out of my frustration and lack of
patience when I witness an adult who spends time constantly trying to validate
themselves to others. The individual may have friends and family who point out the
inappropriate behavior. The individual may refuse to accept the information due
to mental disorders or life experiences. If the later is the case, an adult can
take their life back and move on. If one realizes they are missing knowledge
they should educate themselves, go to counseling, and attempt to free
themselves from that type of existence.
Life is more than high school.
