Things one must do in their 20s

By Switakshi 

20’s are the time when most are transitioning from childhood to adulthood. And this phase becomes crucial in an individual’s professional and personal development. So what all one must do to make the most of it:

1.       DON’T procrastinate. If you postpone the things that you should be doing in your early 20’s to late 30’s, then you can’t possibly bring back the wasted time. Do the right things at the right time, and the situation will rightly favour you.

2.       If you have to force yourself then maybe you need to let it go. This stands true for relationship, friendship and love. Never chase after love, affection or attention. If it is meant to happen, then it will come across your path.

3.       Learn to groom yourself and dress up well. Once you hit your 30’s and 40’s, your entire outlook will change. However, knowing how to handle ageing is a great plus point.

4.       Chase your dreams and ambitions. Whatever that might be, achieve it before you hit the threshold, and give up for nothing. Chase it in your 20’s if possible. At that age, your willpower, mental capacity, drive to succeed will be strong.

5.       Discover your identity. Who are you? What do you want to do in your life for the next 50 years? What’s the purpose of your existence? Answer all these questions and follow the path it leads you to.

6.       Spend some quality time with your family and friends, especially your parents. Reason being, one day you might just realise that they are no more with you – at least not physically present all the time. No point regretting later.

7.       Work on your communication and interpersonal skills that you can’t learn from books alone. Interact with your neighbours and join a support group to meet new people. You must expand your social circle from time to time.

8.       Fall in love. Fall out of love. Experience both worlds. You’ll understand what love is. Heartbreak matures you, and love brings out the best in you.

9.       Focus on your career and studies. This should be one of the top priorities in your life.

10.   Don’t hurt anyone with your words or actions. Try to be kind and think before you speak. As hurtful words could never be taken back.

11.   Start investing in your savings. You could invest your time in a new start-up or find a decent-paying part-time job while studying.

12.   Take it easy. Humans are not programmed to avoid making errors. It is okay to mess up once a while, but don’t be too harsh on yourself.

13.   Watch your weight and keep it on track. Develop a healthy lifestyle from an early age so that your body doesn’t deteriorate before you reach your 40’s.

14.   Live every moment – have no regrets. Life is short!