Note: This piece isn’t about comparison. If you value sincerity mixed with self-love and the truths of your inner voice, this article is for you.
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It’s rather unjust that our education model is significantly older than us, yet it fails to impart the practical wisdom that real life offers. While we should be diving into our passions and discovering our true selves in our youth, we often find ourselves thrust into our careers instead.
Isn’t that the truth?
Some may contest this, but I would wager that most will agree.
And why is that?
Because your experiences during your teenage and early adulthood years have shaped you profoundly.
You can easily recall what the curriculum has covered—and what it hasn’t—for you and those who follow.
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Let’s not blame Teachers directly: they bestow their knowledge based on the established system and subjects available.
Let’s dig into it!
Here’s a list of lessons that school missed teaching you.
1. Happiness is your own decision, not someone else’s responsibility
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Your mindset shapes your reality, whether you like it or not. Your thoughts are the foundation of your emotional state and it’s upon you to cultivate a positive mindset. Relationships are like wildcards in everyone’s life; they enhance your opportunities to succeed.
2. Intentions and Actions
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The people around you display three facets: their darker side, their brighter side, and often a mix of both.
Your understanding of others is refined by teachers, past experiences, and instinct. If you lack this knowledge, discerning between a virtuous person or a nefarious one can be challenging.
3. The skill of expressing and inquiring
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Don’t hesitate to express your thoughts, even if you feel anxious. Additionally, don’t create emotional barriers that prevent you from sharing your feelings.
- If you fancy someone, suggest a coffee date.
- Let your parents know how much you care about them.
- If something doesn’t sit well with you, speak up.
- Timing is essential, but don’t wait too long to act.
4. No one is a permanent part of your narrative
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Here’s a hard truth:
Those who proclaim to be your closest friends often don’t remain in your life. In fact, 97% of friendships fade for various reasons, such as diverging career paths, unreliable circumstances, geographical distance, or new relationships. The remaining 3% are those bonds deep-rooted in mutual understanding. Friendships, and other connections, can dissipate just as quickly.
People will inevitably form new friendships while you might have to learn to let go or adapt gracefully.
Keep in mind: The only individual who can complete you is yourself, supported by enriching literature.
Recommendation: Books by Mark Manson are worth exploring.
5. Resilience and Adaptability across various environments
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A crucial rule states, “If you don’t adapt, you won’t survive.”
The structure and rigor of school create a rigid setting that won’t change. In contrast, real life requires you to adjust to shifting circumstances, often without warning, because you haven’t been prepared for these scenarios.
6. Mastering Life and Time Management
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Effective life management correlates directly with time management, guiding you to establish priorities effectively. Adequate time organization empowers you to achieve more. Unfortunately, in school, history class often takes precedence over practical life skills.
7. Basic Financial Literacy
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While most of us may shy away from lengthy financial statements, it’s essential to grasp the basics of taxes: how to pay them and how to potentially reduce them.
- Various bills, including vehicle payments and insurance premiums, are inevitable, yet many at a young age find themselves overwhelmed and unsure.
- Credit cards can facilitate purchases, but using them irresponsibly may lead to debt.
Just ask those who have taken loans to meet their immediate needs for validation.
That’s a wrap!
Did I leave out anything significant?
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