Whatever you think someone else should give to you, you need to be able to give yourself first.
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I see my whole 20s as a massive experiment. So were my teens. I think the problem is that we're not encouraged to experiment; we're encouraged to decide and choose, be singular and focused. You can't be that until you experiment. You don't know what's going to work until you try it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embracing experimentation in life fosters growth and discovery.
This quote highlights the importance of viewing life as an ongoing experiment, particularly during formative years like one’s teens and twenties. It suggests that societal pressure to make definitive choices often stifles the natural process of exploration and discovery. By encouraging experimentation, individuals can uncover what truly resonates with them, ultimately leading to more informed and fulfilling decisions in the future.
Themes
ExperimentLifeDecisionsGrowthChoices
In practice
Example use cases
During a career workshop, I shared the quote to emphasize the value of trying different paths before settling on a career.
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