Ah, young adulthood. It’s a phase of life that is the most exciting but at the same time very overwhelming. When we were teenagers, we couldn’t wait to grow up. But now that we can be classified as “adults,” we just can’t help but wish that we were young and carefree kids again.
Our 20s are when we experience things we have never known of before. It can be a rough time that will test and shake us. But all these experiences can shape our personalities, perspectives, and behaviors.
The key to overcoming your 20s is to be prepared for the challenges. A lot of things will come up when we least expect them. We might, at one point, have trouble with our finances and become unable to settle the fees of our mortgage lender. We might get laid off at work. We might experience toxic and exhausting relationships. But being equipped to conquer whatever comes our way and having a positive attitude will help us survive the challenging phase of our 20s. Here are some things you’re going to learn:
The transition will be rough
When we are in university, it is easy to think that we have life all figured out. We expect to get a high paying job after college and make our way toward success. But after graduation is when we realize that everything is not as simple as it seems. It can take years before you get the job you want, especially in our competitive world.
Many adults find it challenging to excel in life when they’re in their 20s, which is why the quarter-life crisis is a thing. Unease and dissatisfaction with life affect 75% of young adults. But throughout this, remember to go on at your own pace. Some people will get their dream jobs and start building their families earlier than you. But that doesn’t invalidate your skills and your worth. Keep going, and you’ll find that things will get better.
You need to learn sacrifice
Your 20s will become a hectic time of your life. It’s when you’ll find yourself working harder for your dreams. And every big dream requires some sort of sacrifice, considering that you have to put in the work. It might be skipping night outs with friends or missing birthday parties. But these small sacrifices will bring you a long way towards achieving your goals.
Failure should not cause you to quit
You’ve probably heard that to succeed, you first have to fail several times. Failure is only natural, but it does not mean you’re not cut out for what you want to do. Sometimes you have to fail to figure out what went wrong and how you can improve it. Failure will give you valuable lessons you need to get back on your feet.
Remember that even the most successful and renowned people such as Walt Disney and Bill Gates all failed countless times before acquiring the success they have now. So don’t let failure stop you.
Take care of yourself
Most importantly, learn to take care of yourself. Your habits in your 20s will define your health when you turn 30, 40, and 50. So invest in good healthcare, live an active lifestyle, and eat healthily. All these will pay off.
Your 20s will be both the most exciting and challenging phase of your life. Enjoy it as much as you want, but also use this time to learn valuable lessons and grow.