The Psychology of your 20s 267. Starting over in your 20s
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Jan 16, 2025 In a world where life plans often crumble, starting over in your 20s feels daunting. The discussion dives into the fear of failure and the psychological toll of timeline comparisons. Listeners share stories that emphasize resilience, showcasing how adversity can spark personal evolution. Tips for shifting mindset, embracing change, and rebuilding after setbacks provide encouragement. The importance of community support and viewing mistakes as growth opportunities is also highlighted, making this journey a shared experience.
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Listener Story: Overcoming Multiple Setbacks
- A listener shares her story of losing her job, boyfriend, and facing her father's health crisis within two months.
- She moved back home, felt lost, but eventually rebuilt a happier life in Italy teaching yoga.
Five Ways We Start Over
- Starting over can stem from career changes, relationship shifts, location changes, and family circumstances.
- These areas feel significant because they are tied to our identity and sense of stability.
Timeline Comparison and Shame
- Timeline comparison, fueled by social media and societal pressures, contributes to the shame of starting over.
- We often compare ourselves to the most accomplished individuals, creating unrealistic expectations.