The speaker shares their personal experience of writing a letter to their future self, reflecting on the impact and learnings gained from opening it ten years later. They emphasize the importance of asking the right questions and provide a simple process for listeners to write their own letter.
On January 1, 2014, I wrote a letter to my future self just before graduating. Ten years later, I opened it, and it hit me hard. Everyone should do this.
My core reflection: We have the answers, we just haven't asked the right questions yet.
To write your own letter to your future self, cover four key areas: (1) Reflections on the present, (2) Vision for the future, (3) Changes to make, and (4) Fun predictions. Use a technology tool (like FutureMe) or store a physical letter somewhere safe. Set a calendar reminder to open it on the set date in the future.