I have no idea what visions you are talking about but no. I wouldn't say so. In three months I have reached an age I would have never reached if I would have stayed at home. All that counts is what you do now and here. You have to always make the best of what you have but you can shape your own future.
I believe that when we get here, we part from our old lives and begin a new one. It's like a second chance.