Everyone transitions or should transition from childhood to
adulthood. This needs to be an intentional process, don’t simply “let life
happen”. Most children have dreams and plans about what they want to be when
they grow up. Sometimes these dreams become reality and sometimes they do not
because of inability or lack of financial foundation.
At some
point after reaching adulthood, we make decisions that impact our direction in
life, what we are able to achieve, and reveals opportunities of which we may
take advantage. A foundational part of all of this is being willing to work
hard, take on the next challenge, and not simply being content with the
influence and impact of others upon us.
Be the
main influence in your own life, work hard, focus your energy, attention, and
finances to making your life the best shape it can be. Every decision you make
will direct and influence your life as well as the life of those under your
authority. Someday you may have a spouse and children, and these decisions will
impact them as well.
When
making decisions as you move through life, seek input from those wiser than
you, with more experience than you, and a proven life of success, however you
wish to define success. One does not seek out financial advice from someone who
is living in a cardboard box in an alley, instead you make the effort to find
someone who has financially succeeded in life.
The
other consideration to make is seeking advice from someone who is morally
sound, ethically solid, and knows how to love others. The person who is
selfish, self-centered, and concerned only with pleasure and comfort is not the
best choice for seeking guidance. Find that person that is a good role model,
who is loving, kind, ethical, and generous towards others.
The goal
in life ought to be how one can positively influence those in his social
circles, positively influence his culture and community, and make life better
for everyone with whom he interacts. Don’t merely think of your own comforts,
your own pleasure, or your own distractions, be the one who makes all things
good. Be the one to whom others come for advice and direction.
