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Is It Okay If You Don't Have It All Figured Out by Your 30's
The older I get, the more I realize that having it all figured out is impossible. We're constantly growing and changing, and it's impossible to know our full potential as human beings at any given point in time.
You're not the only one.
You may be feeling alone and overwhelmed by the expectations of others. It's okay to feel this way. Most of us feel this way from time to time. It’s usually temporary, so don’t worry. You probably don't want people to know how broken you feel inside because they'll think you're weak, crazy, or too needy. Well, guess what? We're all messed up in some way — you're not alone.
The first step toward fixing your situation is admitting to yourself that there's a problem. Once we do that and stop trying to hide from our issues (however big or small), we can start working on solutions with others who have been before us and learn from their experiences along the way.
Talk to a close friend, family member, or therapist about the feelings you’re experiencing so you can get a better grasp on what’s actually happening and how you can move forward with a clear head. Taking action to improve your current situation is the most important thing you can do right now. Doing nothing about feeling lost, confused, or less than worthy won’t…
