All It Takes Is A Goal ATG 197: The Lie of 'Do It While You're Young': Why Every Decade Can Be Your Best
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Sep 30, 2024 Explore the pressure on Gen Z and Millennials with the myth that youth is the best time to achieve dreams. Challenge the notion that one must choose between joy and responsibility. Discover how every decade offers unique opportunities for personal growth and adventure. The speaker shares personal stories, encouraging listeners to embrace aging positively and redefine what it means to live a fulfilling life, regardless of age.
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Book Recommendation
- Give your kids "How Teens Win" to help them achieve goals.
- It's a guide written by teens for teens, focusing on goal setting.
Cultural Pressures on Young Adults
- Cultural beliefs pressure young adults to "do it while you're young" and avoid growing up.
- These beliefs create a false dichotomy between joy and responsibility.
John's 20s Experience
- At 25, John felt lonely and confused, questioning if he was experiencing his 20s "wrong".
- He wondered if everyone else was having a better time, highlighting the pressure of the "dream decade."