Turned 24, entering my mid-20s... and don't have everything figured out, and that's okay!
I don't know what city I'll settle in. Some days, I dream of moving to the West, chasing new opportunities. Other days, I want to stay close to home, where everything feels familiar. Some days, I want to build a startup. Other days, I just want a stable remote job so I can travel. Some days, I crave a slow, settled life. Other days, I want to go all in on one big idea and never look back.
One moment, I think about training for a half marathon (even though I can't even run 5K without dying), and the next, I'm picking up another random racquet sport hobby like it's my life's calling.
Sometimes I wonder if I should be dating more seriously, looking for "the one," while other times I'm perfectly content focusing on my own growth and adventures. My social media feed is filled with engagement announcements and career milestones, but I'm learning that everyone's timeline is different.
I oscillate between wanting to save every penny for the future and wanting to splurge on experiences while I'm young. Between pursuing higher education and learning through real-world experience. Between following my passion and following stability.
The truth is, no one has it all figured out. And that's okay. Life is messy, unpredictable, and constantly shifting. But what really matters is making decisions when they need to be made, doing the right things at the right time, and putting in the hard work, no matter what path you choose.
Remember this: your uncertainty is not a flaw, it's a sign that you're alive, growing, and open to possibilities. Your mixed feelings aren't indecision - they're wisdom in the making. Your changing dreams aren't inconsistency, they're evolution.
The beauty of your twenties lies not in having all the answers, but in asking the questions. In trying, failing, learning, and trying again. In collecting experiences rather than certainties.
You don't need all the answers just give your best in whatever you do, and the rest will follow. Trust the journey, embrace the chaos, and know that every step, even the uncertain ones, is moving you forward.
I'm not ashamed that I HAVEN'T FIGURED IT ALL OUT and you don't have to be either. In fact, I'm excited about the endless possibilities that come with this beautiful uncertainty. Here's to embracing the journey, wherever it may lead.