Why Your Childhood Determines How Well You’ll Succeed in Life
A study explains why some kids are more likely to climb the career ladder as adults.
I was born in the '90s. I spent my entire childhood playing outside with kids from the nearest neighborhoods. We knew each other well since most of us ended up studying at the same school.
When I reached the 5th grade, my mom decided to transfer me to another educational institution with a better ranking. Back then, I didn’t understand why I had to leave my friends and move to a private school. I had difficulties getting along with new classmates.
Despite the emotional shock, I’ve successfully graduated and received a college scholarship. These days, I’m working abroad as a marketing manager at a UX agency.
Once I asked my mom about my childhood friends. I was curious how they were doing. Her answers surprised me a lot.
Some of my friends got married and already had kids. Besides, they had a regular 9–5 job while their parents looked after their babies. Nothing special.
Others got addicted to alcohol, dropped from college, and seemed to have no plans for the future.
Even if we met again, we would have nothing to talk about. Everyone’s life has…
