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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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%. BoxZestyclose6616 , Tobi/Pexels (not the actual photo) Report
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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. ThadisJones , Jeremy Keith/Flickr Report
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BurnTheOrange , Andrea Dibitonto/Pexels (not the actual photo) Report
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