
 The Mel Robbins Podcast
 The Mel Robbins Podcast What I Wish I Knew in My 20s
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 Aug 11, 2025  In this captivating conversation, clinical psychologist Dr. Meg Jay shares her expertise on navigating the tumultuous 20s. Known as the 'patron saint' for young adults, she reveals essential life lessons about decision-making and self-discovery. Dr. Jay emphasizes the importance of building 'identity capital' through varied experiences and intentional choices. She tackles the myths of carefree youth and stresses how missteps in work and love can impact the future. With practical advice for both 20-somethings and their supporters, she inspires listeners to take charge of their paths. 
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Your Twenties Shape Your Life
- Your 20s shape far more of your life than you expect because many defining moments happen early.
- Meg Jay urges attention to this decade so you can influence earnings, relationships, and identity.
Start Figuring It Out By Thirty
- Start figuring things out during your 20s because it takes time to build a life.
- Meg Jay advises, 'Please start figuring it out by 30,' not have it all done by then.
Do Something—Not Just Reassure
- Reassurance only soothes briefly and leaves people stuck in anxiety.
- Meg Jay recommends taking concerns seriously and asking, 'What are we going to do?' to start action.






