Quarter-life Crisis: Is it normal to feel burned-out and tired with life at 25?

Here's a question for you Inkyuboz. Why in god's name are you putting that much pressure on yourself? Really, think about that one for a minute. You have already put yourself in a great position, that alot of people would love to be in. Even if you lived a somewhat sheltered life to this point. You have a college degree at 23. That right there is more of an accomplishment than your giving yourself credit for. With it you can make alot more money than your peers, and afford yourself a much easier road than someone without it. I understand you are still young, but that is also in your favor. You don't have to pigeon hole yourself into being one thing or the other. So just a suggestion, but take a deep breath, relax, and just look at all the possibilities you have in front you. Do what makes you happy, and don't be afraid to fail. Even if you do, You can always learn something from failure, and you are young enough to recover from almost anything. And, no you are not even close to the first person to be in your situation and be scared of the future. It's perfectly natural for you to feel this way. Mark my words, When you step out on your own, and make your own way in world, it will become the most amazing experience you have had so far in your life. Because here's the thing, Once your out on your own, and living life on your own terms, It doesn't mean you wont make mistakes, because you will. It doesn't mean you wont have your failures, because you will. However once you have gone through some of these things, and recovered from them, you will prove to everyone, and more importantly to yourself, that you can make it through tough times, or bad circumstances, and stand on your own two feet. That is what you have ahead of you. And, believe me its a very powerful thing is a person's life when they prove to themselves what there made of. So relax, Take your talents, and your education, and run with it. You may be surprised at the support you get when you do.

Wait 'til you get married. LOL! Seriously, it's an "I've-been-there" situation for me. At that point in my life, I thought that was already a serious dilemma for me. But really, all you have to do is take a break and see things in a bigger picture. As for your questions, you're the only one who could answer them. What's important is what you want to achieve, where you want to go. Don't let the tides of life take you anywhere, steer your boat to the direction you want it to take. Take it easy, you're still young and have lots to experience.

at 23 i would concentrate on working to save at least for a bit. starting a new business right now if it's not a sure thing might be extremely risky. you could end up in high debt by 40 if it fails.having a pillow of savings first as a hedge would be a plus before opening a business.

I'm 21 and I know what I want to do for pretty much, the rest of my life. Venture Capitalism strongly appeals to me. I took about a year off of.. well, like everything. I took some time to "find myself" so to speak and figure out exactly what I want to do, how I want to live my life, and what kind of career I want for myself. I'm in the process of making this whole "lifestyle" a reality. The real big question on my mind though is, if you've finished college already and don't know what you want to do I would be a little worried. What did you major in? Shouldn't that be what you want to do? In the end though as the person above me said, it really comes down to the fact that only you can answer those questions. I would say though if you need a helping hand, "Should I just let life take me to where I'm supposed to go?" That's probably the best option. Find yourself and follow the route that life takes you! Just as long as you don't end up at a Mcdonalds.. because that means you took a wrong turn, hahaha.

This is the kind of discussion i am looking forward for a long time span. Even I sail in the same boat of yours. I am 23 and i really dont know waht to do with my life. I too experiencing this quarter life crisis and I am really confused and afraid whether i will lead a proper life as other's does. I am able to get some solace after reading the posts here. But still the internal fear in me still burns like a wild fire. Thanks a million for starting this discussion and wish you a great day ahead. Cheers:-) Enjoy Mylotting.

If only you did not know to count you would never have known about the quartr life crisis. It is too bad that you know to count Actually coming to think of it is not bad at all that you know to count but keepiong a tab on wrong things is what is bothering you. Take one step at a time and see what you are good at. If you are not good at anything acquire or learn something that you can make use of and earn your living. That is what living is all about and one does not have to know about the 'quarter life crisis' at all to get on with life.I did not

i started working at the age of 18 and when i reached 23, i began feeling burnt out that things seem to be slow paced. this made me promise that when i reach 30, ill be my own boss. i was successful with my goal. i was able to put up my internet shop which i used as an office for sales and repair computer as well. although it lasted only for a year due to some conflicts with the landlady, it thought me a very important lesson when it comes to planning and achieving your goals in life. you must do some good planning. always have a contingency plan so you'll always have the next move should the first one fail. It will make you keep moving all the time. remember that by failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. happy mylotting inkyuboz