The Dreaming Heretic

What I Would Tell My 20 Year Old Self

An old note uploaded on September 29, 2026

I recently turned 30. This is the advice I would give my 20 year old self.

I recently turned 30. I feel old. My 20’s were a complete mess. Half of it was a party, half of it was a tragedy.

While I have many friends who are in their 40’s, 50’s 60’s and even 80’s (I am talking about you, Ed) that are still healthy and youthful, being 30 is very different from being 20. While there is nothing I regret from my 20’s, I do think there is some valuable advice I would give to any 20 year old seeking some direction.

The advice below is addressed to myself, but feel free to relate it to your own life.

  1. Be Mindful Of Your Health
  2. Get A Passport and Travel The World
  3. Start A Business
  4. Build A Network
  5. Educate Yourself
  6. Plan For The Future