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If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?

We asked some of the wisest people we know what they would tell their younger selves. Check out their responses below.

CJ Lyles & Janet N. Love

Cj: It would definitely be, “Your uniqueness is going to be the key to your success. Continue to be authentic!” I used to go to school everyday dressed in suits and carry my bible which by the way I still have today. (looking like the Bishop hence how I got the nickname of The Bishop). Read more>>

Laura Albers

I’d tell my younger self to stop taking life (and particularly business) so seriously; meaning you don’t have to have it all figured out to start. Stop waiting for perfect (which never comes anyway), stop comparing, and trust that your messy action will teach you more than endless planning ever will. Read more>>

Kevin Gill

Stop caring about opinions and just do it. I’ve learned as I grew older that most opinions from others were meant to prevent you from succeeding further. Read more>>

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