The thing that you want to do at 45 !
This is a very theoretical question—at least, I know others think this way. But I believe we should all ask it of ourselves every day. There is no reason not to ask this. Oh, there is one, unless you are 100% fulfilled with the life you are living—your dream life, where you have done everything you could. Unless you do not have mental baggage that you have been dragging for years, thinking that one day you will handle this. It is not sarcastic; there are people like that who exist. I wish we all could be like them—people who do not need any change and are content with the way they are living.
People often postpone this because of two reasons:
1. There is not enough money yet to pursue what I want to do. It could be retirement, starting your own venture, philanthropy, or anything.
2. I have enough life left to think about it. 45 is still young. I will have energy; I will be healthy.
Develop the Habit of Self-Honesty.
"I don't have time to exercise." Reality: I haven't prioritized working out because I've become complacent as a couch potato. Regret fills me each day, yet I struggle to take action.
"I want to retire at 45 with X amount of money." Reality: I question why I'm waiting until age 45; it's likely because everyone else is following that timeline. My desire to retire stems from not finding joy in my current pursuits. Though I acknowledge life's core needs are food, shelter, and love, I still yearn for that ever-changing X amount of money.
Do you perceive the genuine truth beneath these responses? We must ensure our answers aren't tainted by others, societal norms, centuries-old traditions, or rules established by fellow humans. Astonishingly, many of our answers aren't genuinely ours. It's easy to believe we hold certain views, but often, external influences have shaped our responses. For instance, most parents contemplate schooling for their children. Your intention is to educate, while society insists that education solely happens in schools. However, the actual truth is that you merely desire your children to treat all humans with respect and lead a content life. Schools and education aren't your inherent concepts or methods. Identifying the real truth can be deceivingly challenging, but it's crucial. You need the audacity to be transparent with yourself, unafraid of the unsettling veracity, for the truth can indeed be intimidating.
Personally, I disagree with the aforementioned rationales. It's essential to reevaluate our answers daily, striving to uncover the genuine truth. If you possess ample funds to reside in a quaint village, you're content. Health-wise, my experience differs. At 33, I grappled with back problems that thwarted my ability to engage in lengthy runs, despite a history of active athleticism. Life is uncertain and we all should accept it, even consider it while making important decisions.
In conclusion, embracing the uncertain nature of life and confronting our inner truths is vital. While the question may seem theoretical, it's essential to ask ourselves daily. The hesitation to do so often stems from societal norms and mental baggage. We should strive to separate our genuine intentions from external influences and align our actions with the real reality. This process requires self-honesty, leading to actions that we won't regret. By acknowledging the distinction between our self-convictions and objective reality, we can shape a more authentic path. Ultimately, life's uncertainties should inform our decisions, urging us to live genuinely and mindfully.
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