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An Algorithm for Choosing a Life Direction

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I realized over the summer that I still didn't have a clear picture of who I wanted to be. Here's a procedure I used to help uncover the answer. Make a list of a hundred or so people that seem interesting. Lean towards over-including. My list has parents, presidents, teachers,

Dec 24, 2020 · 3 min read I realized over the summer that I still didn’t have a clear picture of who I wanted to be. Here’s a procedure I used to help uncover the answer. Make a list of a hundred or so people that seem interesting. Lean towards over-including. My list has parents, presidents, teachers, anime characters, founders, book characters, professors, writers, mentors, YouTubers, people I’ve only heard stories about, etc. Anyone who you know well enough to imagine a bit of their life is fair game. Now, try each person on for size and decide if you want to be them. How would I feel…

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