You Need to View Life as a Compass, Not a Watch
Some advice I wish I could tell my younger (and older) self.
“Living without an aim, is like sailing without a compass.” — John Ruskin
Life’s compass is always askew. Finding your true north is one of the never-ending battles we all face.
One day, I feel comfortable in my achievements. The next, it’s all gone south once more. It feels like I’m wasting time; the never-ending clock ticking on and leaving me behind.
Until I realised something.
The more I try and claw back this ‘time’, the more I am getting lost. Before I know it, I’ll have stranded myself out in the wilderness.
That is, in essence, what life is; finding your way through the wilderness — your purpose guiding you.
So, here are some tips I’ve used over the years that have helped me navigate life’s maze through university, graduation, and all the tumultuous times that come after it.
Streamline Your Reception to Advice
By all means, listen to others. Chances are, someone has something beneficial to say. One of history’s greats seems to feel the same way:
