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13 things i would say to my 20 year old self -->
I turned 40 this month and yes, I can tell you that it is just a number. But it feels weird though. As if I have crossed a line in the sand. Back when I was a kid, this age seemed prehistoric.
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I turned 40 this month and yes, I can tell you that it is just a number. But it feels weird though. As if I have crossed a line in the sand. Back when I was a kid, this age seemed prehistoric.
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Now that I’m here, it doesn’t feel so bad. In fact, I feel about the same as I did in college. Time is relative, right?
After I became active in social media (many argue that I am not active at all – it is a subjective term
), I happened to meet so many young folks
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After I became active in social media (many argue that I am not active at all – it is a subjective term
), I happened to meet so many young folks2/ n
I see that they have fewer bumps and bruises from life’s curve balls. They are figuring out their likes & dislikes. What to do next and how to do it - as if they have all the time in the world 
Well, it goes by quick. Don’t dawdle too long.
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Well, it goes by quick. Don’t dawdle too long.
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Here are the 13 things ..
1. If you are not sure about what to do next with your life, do the thing that terrifies/scares you the most.
2. That thing that’s keeping you up all night filled with worry? You are not even going to remember what it was at this age.
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1. If you are not sure about what to do next with your life, do the thing that terrifies/scares you the most.
2. That thing that’s keeping you up all night filled with worry? You are not even going to remember what it was at this age.
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Even if it seems like the biggest, most fearful/shameful thing you can imagine. It’s just experience. 99% of the bad things(purportedly ‘bad’) that happen in your life right now will not matter at all after 5 years
You would laugh at yourself that you worried so much for it
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You would laugh at yourself that you worried so much for it
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3. You need to commit mistakes - Birds don't just fly from day one. They fall down & get up. Nobody learns without getting it wrong
Trying to only do/say things that make you look good/smart will be the single biggest obstacle to growth & the greatest limiter in your life
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Trying to only do/say things that make you look good/smart will be the single biggest obstacle to growth & the greatest limiter in your life
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4. It’s easier to ask for forgiveness than approval. Don’t waste a breath trying to justify your “why” to anyone. Just start.
5. If you have your health right, you have 10000 dreams. If you lose your health, you have only 1 dream.
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5. If you have your health right, you have 10000 dreams. If you lose your health, you have only 1 dream.
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6. When you hold a hatred(grudge) towards someone, they own you. Forgiveness is for you, not for them. Cut the chains that bind you 
7. It is the little things now that become the big things in your memory later. Cherish every moment...
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7. It is the little things now that become the big things in your memory later. Cherish every moment...
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It is a guarantee that one day your kid will not want to hold your hand while crossing the street.
8. Forgive yourself & all your mistakes/stupid decisions. Take a deep breath & make today the 1st day of your new life.
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8. Forgive yourself & all your mistakes/stupid decisions. Take a deep breath & make today the 1st day of your new life.
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It is a great idea to tear up the to-do list occasionally and start afresh
9. If you think the world is out to get you, you are 100% right. And if you think the universe is rigged in your favor, you’re 100% right. Pick one and pick it wisely
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9. If you think the world is out to get you, you are 100% right. And if you think the universe is rigged in your favor, you’re 100% right. Pick one and pick it wisely
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10. Just keep going, without judging others or fearing their judgment in return.
Everybody is fighting their own demons & nobody has time to look into your demons. Even if they do, it does not matter to your progress. Just keep going.
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Everybody is fighting their own demons & nobody has time to look into your demons. Even if they do, it does not matter to your progress. Just keep going.
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11. When you are young, the road to opportunity starts with saying yes.
When we grow old, the road to freedom starts with saying no.
This might not make a lot of sense to you right now but it will, eventually
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When we grow old, the road to freedom starts with saying no.
This might not make a lot of sense to you right now but it will, eventually
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12. Tell your friends & family that you love them. Even if you feel it strongly, it’ll only be real for them if you tell them. Silence is not golden here
Never hesitate to express your feelings of love. Millions of folks assume that the other person knows. They don’t.
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Never hesitate to express your feelings of love. Millions of folks assume that the other person knows. They don’t.
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13. Always do your best - your best might change from time to time but strive for 'YOUR' best. This will enable you to avoid regret and self-judgement.
Thanks all for reading and have a great day ahead !!
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Thanks all for reading and have a great day ahead !!
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