So, when a Reddit user asked, "What is something that you were warned about when you were younger that you now feel was exaggerated?" people were ready to share their favorite "driving with a light on in the car is illegal," stories.
Stranger danger is a real thing, but you're much more likely to be abused by someone you know. - MizElaneous
Your permanent record. I'm 55, and nobody has ever asked me about the time I was sent to the principal's office when I was 16. - TooOldForACleverName
Mom warned me to "avoid any girl who wanted to stick her tongue in my mouth ('French kiss') because it would lead me astray." - Back2Bach
Swallowing chewing gum - PennyPanda1
When my 5th grade teacher told us that 6th grade would be a lot harder - ingrid040317