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Feeling Behind in Life? This Will Change How You See Your 20s and 30s

Feeling Behind in Life? This Will Change How You See Your 20s and 30s26 okt25 min

#398: If you find yourself feeling behind, whether that is in your career, relationship status, or something else, this episode is for you.

It is common for all of us to hit a mental block at some point in life, especially in our 20s and 30s, where we question whether we are behind or on the right path. Or perhaps you notice many of your peers and friends are getting engaged, married, or even having children. And you sit and wonder why it hasn't happened for you yet.

The reality? You aren't behind in life. You are exactly where you need to be. And on this solo episode, Emily shares why that is and ways to reframe your way of thinking around this topic.

What if the life you're rushing toward isn't actually the life you want?

In this episode:

How to re-frame your current life chapter when you get in your own head about where "you should be" in lifeWhy everything is relative and how comparison to where other people are at is hurting youReal life stories that will make you re-consider what you really want in your life right nowShort-term vs. long-term goals and finding the sweet spot for your own lifeDetermining the difference between wanting something because everyone else has it or wanting something that is actually aligned with your values and long-term vision

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