Something About Being 20-Something

It’s the most amazing and dreadful thing to be in your twenties. In this period in your life you’re collecting experiences, partners, knowledge and figuring out what exactly your place is in this big bad world. It’s funny because, As you reach the second decade in your life … Everything changes. Suddenly that purple hair you once had seems utterly gross and that cute guy you used to like in high school is a total douche and you have no idea why you even liked him in the first place.

Maturity is a weird thing. It’s basically realizing the bigger picture and becoming a part of it. You are now not a bystander in your life, you actually become the author of it. All these experiences and choices are entirely YOURS and most importantly, you’re responsible for the repercussions thereof should there be any.

It’s not all doom and gloom though, the great perk is that you’re able to make tons of choices and change them, aaaaand change them again — As many times as you possibly want because as I said… Your life!

It’s important to remember: nothing in this life is guaranteed and nothing is given for free. The world does not owe you a good life, it’s up to you to make one. Just because you’re older, does not mean that you go should onto autopilot and cruise through life. You have time, energy and talent and therefore your entire mindset should be one of growth –

work; love fiercely; get out of your comfort zone; take risks; make your presence known; embrace conversations; run; exercise; sing; dance; ask questions; learn; read; write poetry; make art; be art; create; know your worth; do things that make you happy and let go of what doesn’t and most importantly, put yourself first.

The people you surround yourself with are also a huge influencing factor on your life. You should constantly ask yourself “what are these people have me doing/reading/thinking?” And “where do they have me going?” Also, “what do they have me becoming?” — if the answer is the positive kind, then you are on the right path. However if it is not, perhaps it’s time to make a change in your life.

Do not forget that as you age, so do your parents and older siblings. Be mindful of that. You do not live in a bubble. Honor your parents, do anything and everything you can to make life comfortable for them (Even if it means doing the stupid dishes). The number of sacrifices they must have made for you in this lifetime could not be measured so the least you could do is to acknowledge it and be grateful and humble.

It’s time to be important. To be somebody in this world. So my best advice is to do things that matter and don’t waste your time on things that don’t. Be a revolution.

Originally posted on: bit.ly/MissConceptionTheBlog