Turning 18 - The Benifits?

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by Waizujin, Jun 24, 2008.

  1. #1
    Greetings, I will be turning 18 in about 8 months and I am trying to prepare for that, I also am starting to realize the new responsibility and the freedom that comes with it.
    But, I don't know to much what the benefits are of turning 18 or what is bad about turning 18.
    So can anyone enlighten me to as what will be different?

    Thanks,
    -Ryu
     
    Waizujin, Jun 24, 2008 IP
  2. leandar

    leandar Well-Known Member

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    you will get a bank account + adsense + youtube + porn
     
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    Emie. Banned

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    You can legally give yourself lung cancer. Big plus! : D
     
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    skyekills Banned

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    No more curfews. You can legally get yourself drunk and more PARTIES!
     
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  5. Waizujin

    Waizujin Peon

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    #5
    I have and never will smoke or drink, I'm not that stupid.
    Bank Account would be a nice plus, I already use adsense ;)
    Youtube, dun care for anyway.
    Porn? Hell I don't need to be 18 to get that!
     
    Waizujin, Jun 24, 2008 IP
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    ECS Dave Active Member

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    #6
    One last piece of advice (since you did ask...LOL),

    When you reach, what some consider a milestone in life, the age of eighteen,
    consider this. You've really only just begun. You have much more to learn and
    to experience. Asking for advice on a forum, while it might get you a few good
    suggestions, is no substitute for advice from a respected and accomplished
    "teacher" or other such professional. Even a "guidance counselor" would probably
    have better life "lessons" for you than a "marketing forum".

    Before someone thinks that I'm knocking DP, forget it, else I wouldn't be here...

    Be Well!
    ECS Dave
     
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  7. TheOwner

    TheOwner Active Member

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    You can get your own PayPal account + Credit Card and start trading here
     
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  8. Waizujin

    Waizujin Peon

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    Not getting a credit card, EVER. Unless it is a bank credit card. Credit Cards only lead to debt.
     
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    jquindlen Notable Member

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    #9
    True, you shouldn't get one for any other reason but credit building. In that one sole purpose they are a good thing. Other than that, credit cards are a trap.
     
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    real_skinner Notable Member

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    #10
    I found this funny but this is true.

    Driver's License maybe? You can now go to liqueur store and buy some hard drinks :D

    Well you should also prepare being treated as a independent.
     
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    princessa Active Member

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    You can buy porn and cigarettes by yourself, and get into some strip clubs/clubs. Whoooop de do! Happy very early Birthday though lol
     
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    mimm Banned

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    #12
    Just live your own life and learn. Whatever advice we give you, you won't keep that in your mind until you experience it by yourself.
     
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    homebizseo Peon

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    You can enlist in the military without consent. smoke and legally have sex
     
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    #14
    You still have some time before you turn 18. Turning 18 was actually a big deal for me, not to mention I'm a smoker. But you have many more responsibilities that you do on your own. Also, parents will be more leniate on your curfew(mine werent) but most parents are. The only thing you prolly wouldnt be able to do is buy alcohol. When you turn 18, you become an adult and have the opportunity to do adult things. Depends what your interests are. Hope you get to post back when the day actually comes!
     
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    18 is a great age to be. Live your life up.
     
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    I cant wait untill I reach 18
     
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    sultanofseo Notable Member

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    #17
    isnt freedom a benefit?
     
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    #18
    One thing you have to watch your ass for once you cross into official adulthood is seeing/dating minors. I don't know where you live, but here in the states we have pretty strict laws. All it takes is one slip, and you'll be labeled as a sex offender. It's a pretty big thing here.

    I remember when I first turned 18, and my girlfriend was only 16 at the time....I had to watch my foot every step of the way during our relationship. I had to be very cautious...
     
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    #19
    benefits..
    you can do what you want..! but not all..
    you can enter into clubs or watch movies in theater under rated 18.
    you can decide for your own self..freedom..

    iriscutie^_^
     
    iriscutie13, Jun 25, 2008 IP
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    skyekills Banned

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    #20
    Your one step away from entering a strip club! XD
     
    skyekills, Jun 25, 2008 IP