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#RI-69d77e14·5 months ago·
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Lookback: 4 years

Dropped out of engineering program

Wasted 4 years sitting idle at home, tried multiple things but failed

What I wish I knew
"To focus on a stable career path"
If I could tell you one thing
"Explore multiple options before making a decision"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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