26 Lessons from life
Update: It's been a long time since I wrote, and that's because I've been planning a revamp, a flurry of new ideas and better content. I'll be back to frequent posting so now would be a good time to sign up ;)
One of the benefits of growing older is that you experience more from life (and people take you a little more seriously). Although I've been feeling old for a couple of years now, I learned some valuable lessons that I felt like sharing. These are contextual to my personal life feel free to hit me up :)
Marks aren’t everything, learning is.
Anger isn't a problem, how you choose react to it is
People are always 'figuring it out'
You give yourself lesser credit than you should be
Your past doesn't define who you are today
Fitness is a lifestyle - both mental and physical
You'll make lesser 'friends' as you grow
Reading equates to learning
If inspiration strikes, write it down
People are always worried about themselves (not you)
Ask a lot of questions
Things can be done differently
Learn things outside your job
Mentoring teaches you more than it teaches others
Comparison is the thief of joy
The past and the future aren't as important as the present
Philosophy and psychology are massively underrated
People aren't out to get you
You might end up liking stuff you once hated (or the other way around)
Selfcare isn't selfish
People value you more than you think they do
Clear Communication goes a long way
Money is important, but it isn't the answer to happiness
Call people if you miss them
Try and you might succeed. If you never try, you’ve already failed.
People will come and go; make an effort to keep the ones that matter
These are things I’ve learned from people I’ve met, mistakes I’ve made, friends, family, mentors and mentees. I hope to write such a piece every year, but I’m grateful to have been able to write this one.
P.S - I’m leaning towards content that will add value to your personal/professional life moving forward. I know some of you liked my past articles so I do appreciate the feedback.
Much Love
Rainar