The most common challenges everyone face in early twenty's and their simplified solutions

In our life, different ages need different things. In childhood, we are so innocent that we even do not know what needs mean.

Children have their life to live and they are not worried about what is going on in the world.

This is the age when everyone is in his private circle. The issues only start as we grow up year by year.

Till school ends we do not have any issues with our life but once we start our college and further life we start facing some problems which are inevitable.

The expectations of parents, teachers, and friends start mounting high and the person feels stressed and anxious.

Younger people of the current era are seemed to be under more stress than the old era because of the more pressure of performing better for a better future.

The pressure of good grades in the study, graduating with good marks to get a good job, etc. surmounts on the mind of youth under which they get pressed.

Around the age of 20, young adults suffer a combination of unease and anticipation because of the high expectations from society.

They are supposed to finish their degree and search their path to future life.

They are needed to decide their goal and plan to fulfill their dreams.

This is the age where their life would undergo a deciding turn whether right or wrong.

This path would never change again because this age provides the strength to believe and maintain the same path throughout life.

This age, therefore, becomes very sensitive in terms of deciding the path of the future. The path adopted, even if it is the wrong path, would never change.

If a young person mistakenly takes the wrong path his life is going to be ruined but the agony is, he never understands this and keeps walking on it.

This is where the career development starts and this is the age that can give him a very bright future.

Often, the youth is confused at age 20, as they generally come to face two different lives, at home and outside.

The challenges

Living at Home

The major reason why the younger ones live in the home is unemployment.

It is estimated that around 25 percent of the youth are unemployed after graduating from whatever field.

These young people are forced to live at home and this can trigger a conflict between them and their parents.

With no fault of theirs, they are blamed for this situation and often they get to suffer from anxiety and stress with the decreased confidence and sense of autonomy.

These people feel they are facing some punishment of living at home and can have persistent arguments with their parents over any small difference of opinion.

They tend to lose their confidence so much so that their all dreams start flushing down deep and they feel down-trodden.

They cannot show their anger on family members and it can come out in some form when they are outside.

This could be a very dangerous situation as it can lead them to in wrong, negative route.

If parents can understand and extend full support to them then this situation may not arise.

This will immensely help avoid youth from going the wrong way but at the same time, there must be fine-tuning and balance between parents and young adults.

Being honest and open with the parents can solve the issue for the young ones while keeping the balance of expectations from young adults and expressing their hopes from them would be the right thing for the parents.

Independent Identity

Often youth struggles to come out of the shadow of their parents.

Usually, each individual likes to be known by his name and work whatsoever their parent’s status is.

No one wants to be known by his/her father or mother’s name and fame. The conflict arises between a rich and famous father and his children just because of this ‘identity’.

While the father would want his son or daughter to continue what he is known for, the children may think another way.

It is not a thumb rule that children will do what their parents are doing.

Getting out of the nest for being independent may go another way as it increases the economical need as well as an uncomfortable feeling among both the parents and younger ones.

It can also lead to drastic failure of a young adult who is not capable of being on their own.

Agreed that coming out of comfort zone leads to make a person stronger but all are not alike.

Apparently, a youth may be doing well as independent but that does not mean he is on the proper path to success.

This is where parents’ role is important.

Nowadays even in conservative countries like India young people need to move out of the house due to the job requirement.

It is not always possible to get a job in the same city these days and hence a person needs to move to his/her job location and stay away from home.

Relationship challenges

Another challenge is to maintain old and build new relationships.

The world is going global hence one cannot afford to live and die in a circle but need to break the barriers and go out.

While you are out it is unavoidable to come across people with all kinds of mindsets and activities. Younger people need to develop a sense of responsibility while building a relationship with various people.

In schools and colleges, it is easy to make friends who are like-minded but as the age grows it becomes hard to find such individuals especially when you start a full-time job.

New friends are hard to make as you become less social. We know that many people have a lot of virtual friends on social media but that is just a list and it does not add any value to one’s life.

In real life, it is much difficult to find good friends with whom you can build a relationship.

Connecting with proper people is like making an emotional investment as you never know when and where it can help you.

In hard times, if you have some people to turn to it is god’s grace.

If you find a shoulder to rest upon in sad times it is your investment only. Humanity is greater than all other values and it lasts lifetime.

It is no less an achievement if you have people with goodwill for you.

To make this possible today’s youth need to be proactive in practicing a more social life of what you are happy in, like joining some clubs or participating in hobbies along with people with similar tastes.

Challenge to Achieve Set Goals

While you are studying, your prime goal is to set a benchmark in academics.

But alas, there is also a tough competition and not all can pass good academics.

Those who have limitations will have fewer expectations from themselves but might become very successful professionally because of their visionary thinking.

They can build their empire based on their talent in the field they enjoy working in.

This hard work and dedication lead to their success which is also built on with the like-minded subordinates or partners.

Setting small goals to reach the bigger one was one of the key points of successful people.

They never falter with any failure but kept moving ahead. In recent times many young entrepreneurs, irrespective of their academic success, are emerging to become successful in their life.

The number is amazingly growing compared to the old era.

They happen to be from different cultures and family backgrounds but their vision and goal are clear and they want to become renowned.

Determination, hard work, and good gestures would be the major qualities that are leading them to the right path.

Strategies to Overcome the Challenges

Today’s youth is intelligent and mature. They grow with dreams and are undisturbed with outer circumstances.

They are smarter and know how to build relationships with appropriate people. They do not easily get diverted from their target and stick to their principles.

To reduce anxiety and stress of the competition younger generation must practice some exercises, physical or mental.

Keeping oneself ready for any kind of situation is the demand of the time and all must try to achieve it. Young adults can follow some or all the tips mentioned herein –

Be honest and kind to yourself

Do not think much about the past but learn from it and admit your limitations and plan to come over them.

Have belief in yourself that what you will do is the right path for you and turn challenges into opportunities. Do not compete with other’s success.

Be clear of your targets

Make a decision for the future and not for the present. Make way through your path even if you don’t see immediate benefits.

Set long-term goals and try to achieve small goals one at a time. Success may be delayed but it will be permanent once the target is reached.

Do not rush in building the path

Everything cannot be judged in one day. Follow the successful people but do not compare yourself with them, instead follow the good things they did to become successful.

Any construction is not a day work but becomes strong with a good foundation.

In difficult times, sit back and study the pros and cons of the situation and accordingly chalk out a plan.

Know yourself

You are best to know what your qualities and strong points are. You can perform meditation to understand your thoughts and feelings.

Your decision-making process will strengthen once you know more about yourself.

Understand the challenges coming your way

The earlier you accept and foresee the challenges, the faster you can be prepared.

Think about a building you are going to build and count the years in the 20s as a foundation of that.

Remember the ‘this time will pass’ concept

You cannot always in bad or good times.

Time changes so make this planted in your mind that good or bad the time is going to be changed and accordingly prepare yourself to face any situation.

Welcome suggestions from respected

Always be open to the advice from people you respect.

The decision is yours whether to accept one or all but being a listener is always good because you never know what changes some suggestion can bring.

Develop a support network

Success cannot be achieved single-handedly.

You need a team and a support network that can come forward if the situation arises.

Giving support to others will also help you getting support when you need it.

Health Challenges

Apart from these challenges youth must take care of his/her health which is of prime importance and ill-health can dent your prospects very badly.

Beware of the common health issues which can catch you up at the very wrong time if not taken care of.

We are seeing a rise in risk factors like high cholesterol, smoking, and high blood pressure in younger adults.

High Blood Pressure

The disease which used to be of exclusively elderly people has now become very common at very young ages too.

It is more risky as the younger people are unlikely to get detected of it.

Slowly it is becoming a silent killer for the younger generation.

Type 2 Diabetes

Similarly one can have diabetes but he might not even doubt it.

The reason for the percolation of diabetes in such a young generation is the consumption of more calories, fast food, and beverages which is on the rise.

Younger women are more prone to type 2 diabetes as the study revealed.

Particularly pregnant women may suffer ‘gestational diabetes’ which can later give type 2 diabetes.

Strokes

Mostly women are prone to strokes between the ages of 18 to 34.

A recent study revealed that there is a spike of 32 percent which is worrying.

Another big trouble is that though it is less common it is fatal when it occurs.

The challenges are bound to come when you are in your 20s but it is more important to know how to overcome them.

Remaining rooted in whatever situation is the most important thing and this needs to be exercised each day.

Following the basics and staying connected with the culture and humanity will strengthen your personality and thus you can face the situation come what may.