What to do if you are lacking direction in life?

Lacking direction in life is painful. You see others having solid direction and feel jealous of their successes.

This painful feeling can lead to impulsive behaviour to avoid the feeling. Don’t give in.

You need to stop being a people pleaser. Be concrete of your values and passions. Work on yourself.

——chatGPT version——

If you're feeling lacking direction in life, consider taking the following steps:

Identify your values and interests: What are the things that matter to you and what do you enjoy doing?
Set goals: Break down your long-term aspirations into smaller, achievable goals.
Create a plan: Make a roadmap to help you achieve your goals, including actionable steps and deadlines.
Seek support: Talk to friends, family, or a professional counselor to help you stay on track.
Experiment and take calculated risks: Don't be afraid to try new things and explore different paths.
Reflect and reassess: Regularly evaluate your progress and make adjustments to your plan as needed. Remember, finding direction in life takes time and self-reflection, so be patient and persistent in your pursuit of purpose.

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How to be you while still being socially acceptable?

I feel that you have to prioritize yourself first. Then you should prioritize "social acceptability" second. There must be some space in between the you and the world. Space where you can both be yourself and socially acceptable. A space to make mistakes. A space to experiment and try things out. It is a balancing act that usually doesn't work out the first time. -----CHATGPT version---- Being true to yourself while also being socially acceptable can be a balancing act, but it is possible to do both. Here are a few tips that may help: Understand and respect social norms: Learn about the customs and expectations of the society you live in, and try to comply with them in your interactions with others. Communicate effectively: Be clear and direct in your communication and try to understand others' perspectives. This can help avoid misunderstandings and conflicts. Be open-minded: Be willing to hear others' opinions and perspectives, even if they differ from your own.

The New Year Cometh (2023)

It is bursting with opportunity, hope for change, and a fresh mindset. Let's see where life takes us. Several career goals, several relationship-oriented goals, and of course settings good, healthy routines. I am so excited to see where things go. I am looking for trends. As one of my friends, James Kelly CEO of FaithTech, once said, "where there is devastation, there is opportunity". 2022 was not good economically and I'd say generally for the Tech industry where things like VR and Social Media products didn't pan out well. 2023 WILL BE DIFFERENT. From this trough of disappointment, there is new energy, new fire in the belly to succeed.

Is working on yourself is a lifetime project?

It's not something you can truly ever be done. You want to make a difference in the world, you need to work on yourself as a MAIN THING. That doesn't mean that you can't do both at the same time. Think small. Slow down. Even your dreams should be doable. -----CHATGPT version---- Working on oneself is a continuous process that can last a lifetime. It involves developing self-awareness, understanding one's strengths and weaknesses, setting goals, and taking action to improve oneself. It can include personal development in areas such as emotional intelligence, physical fitness, career advancement, and relationships. It is an ongoing journey of self-discovery and growth.

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