A couple years ago, I wrote up a list of “Things I Wish I Knew.” These were various pieces of wisdom that I’ve come to realize by my early 40s, that I hadn’t figured out when I was younger, and which would have made me happier had I known them sooner.
I thought it might be interesting to share that list.
Note that there’s significant crossover between this list and my “Rules to Live By” page, because as I’ve grown and figured stuff out, I’ve tried to incorporate that into my life.
Also, I apologize in advance if this list comes off a bit arrogant and holier-than-thou. Note that this list is all things that I’ve gotten wrong in the past, and I am genuinely wiser, and have more perspective and life-experience than my younger self. Please don’t take that as me being condescending or dismissive/insulting toward my readers.… Read more