Top 10 Best Things About Your Twenties

A time of freedom and discovery. Vote for the best things about your twenties.

Your twenties are a period of trying things out, making mistakes and discovering who you are. Many people look back on them with nostalgia later.

Posted by Lisa · 11 votes · September 9, 2026

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#1

Living on your own

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Living on your own for the first time brings freedom and responsibility. You decide when you eat, sleep or party.

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lucy_l

That surreal moment during your first week alone when you sit on the floor of an empty living room eating takeout at midnight, knowing nobody will tell you to turn the TV down.

#2

Traveling without obligations

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Traveling without obligations is never as easy as it is now. With a backpack and a small budget, you have adventures.

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jake_m

People who make 'Traveling without obligations' an excuse are toxic. Just be honest and say you don't wanna go!

#3

Friendships for life

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Friendships from these years are often intense and lasting. You make memories you'll share for years.

#4

Trying new things

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You can still try new things without consequences. Changing studies, jobs or hobbies is part of it.

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paperplane

Too real.

#5

Going out without hassle

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Going out is easier with fewer responsibilities. You can spontaneously plan a night without a babysitter or an early start.

#6

Your first job

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Your first job teaches you how work really goes. You make mistakes, grow and discover what you do and don't want.

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sarahj

Can confirm as someone who works in an office, 'Your first job' is 100% daily reality.

#7

Falling in love

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Falling in love is exciting and full of promise. It's a time of first relationships and discovering what you're looking for.

#8

Student life

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Student life offers flexibility and lots of social contact. You find new friends and learn to be independent.

#9

Discovering yourself

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Discovering yourself may be the most important thing. You learn what you value, what you want and who you want to be.

#10

Making spontaneous plans

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You can still make spontaneous plans, without commitments or a family. A last-minute trip or party is within reach.

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