Worklife with Adam Grant How to make the most of your twenties with Meg Jay
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Apr 9, 2024 
Meg Jay, a clinical psychologist renowned for her expertise in young adult development, shares invaluable insights on navigating your twenties. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth during this decade and discusses the realities of the quarter-life crisis. By rethinking generational narratives, she highlights the significance of clarity over certainty in decision-making. With practical advice on building identity capital and embracing uncertainty, Meg encourages twentysomethings to make proactive choices that pave the way for a fulfilling future.
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Rethinking Young Adult Mental Health
- Trivializing or pathologizing young adult mental health are the two most common responses.
- Instead, normalize struggles, focus on context, development, and skill-building.
The Uncertainty of the 20s
- Being a 20-something is challenging due to uncertainty about the future.
- This uncertainty is normal and often peaks in the 20s before life satisfaction tends to improve.
Navigating Uncertainty in Your 20s
- Focus on building personal competencies and skills.
- Gaining inner certainty helps manage the uncertainty of your 20s.
