Living Fully Means Living In The Present

When I look back on my twenties, I see the years I spent overthinking and anxiously striving to reach each career goal, and I wish I could tell my younger self to enjoy the experiences. I don’t remember feeling happy or accomplished. I remember feeling tired, scared and worried about what was next. I was exhausted from constantly negotiating my worth, feeling like I had to prove myself and missing out on the intangible things that make life full.  

Now, I’ve learned that living fully is worth so much more than the fleeting sense of control or accolades I once chased. It’s worth the moments of joy that come from sharing a meal with loved ones, the energy to explore new places, and the freedom to live without fear of imperfection.