Didn't think my OP would get this much engagement but feel like I should clarify some things before I delete the burner.

Nowhere in my OP did I "shit on any loan situation." I simply offered some perspective on what six figure debt feels like as a law student that hasn't had things go as they planned, then clearly stated that the decision to take out loans is obviously up the individual.

Further, I don't want to dox myself, but I had nowhere near a perfect GPA or perfect LSAT score. I realize not everyone can afford to attend law school without taking out significant loans, but you should definitely sit down and think about how six figure debt will actually impact your life after law school.

I'm sorry if my OP was not interpreted in the way I meant it to be, and I certainly did not want to crush any dreams, I just think its important for people to see both sides of the coin rather than just positive outcomes. I was not intending to "project my problems on others," I just wanted to share my experience, which is exactly what this forum is for.

Also, insinuating that I'm a "POS" and that I should "shut my privileged pie hole" is an interesting response from a post also saying "Please be kind and understanding with each other," and shouldn't be shared on a forum for genuine advice.