Life is full of choices we make every day. Most of them are small, like deciding what you want to eat for dinner or what flavor of toothpaste to buy. But others, the big ones, have the power to completely redirect the course of your life.
Recently, people in this popular Reddit thread were sharing stories about exactly that. But instead of discussing their own experiences, they reminisced about the wrongdoings of others, which left their lives completely in shambles.
Scroll down to find the most chilling ones that might make you reconsider your own big choices.
Bored Panda also got in touch with No_Potential6463, the person who started this discussion in the first place.
You can find our conversation with them below!
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We reached out to redditor No_Potential6463, to find out what inspired them to take such a question to Reddit. "I want to avoid making mistakes in my life. I think there’s a lot to learn from the stories people have told, which serve as a reminder of the dangerous choices that must constantly be avoided."
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When asked if they noticed any patterns or behaviors that tend to result in people ruining their lives, they said, "The most common answer was drugs, especially heroin and meth. Addiction is very serious and can destroy everything someone has worked for."
According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, over 70,000 people die from drug overdoses in the US annually. And this number is unfortunately growing, with deaths increasing at an annual rate of 4.0%.
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Redditor believes that at first, these stories may seem bizarre and entertaining, but they definitely can help raise awareness, especially for young people who are just entering the world of relationships, drugs, and independence.
Jackson House addiction and recovery centers second this and recommend discussing your knowledge and experience with people around you.
Unfortunately, common stigmas still surround this topic, so spreading awareness in your community or on social media can help combat this and encourage more recovered people to step forward and share their own stories with those who need it the most.
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