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#RI-6ab4a40c·5 months ago·
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Lookback: a few years

“took out student loans for education”

struggled to find stable work and drowning in debt

What I wish I knew
"education may not guarantee a better life"
If I could tell you one thing
"consider alternative education paths or financial planning"
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10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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