Voice Hugs #83 - What we wish we knew before 30
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Feb 18, 2026 They rewind to their college selves and the angst of post-grad uncertainty. They confess how relationships and romance dominated their journals. They debate career pressure, pivots, and learning through internships. They talk therapy, inner work, and choosing beliefs that empower long-term growth.
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Boy-Obsessed College Journals
- Vivian described her college journals being almost entirely about boys and writing “this is the last day I'm writing about boy” repeatedly.
- She admitted relationships consumed massive mental space in her early 20s and shaped many choices.
Transfer, Fraternity, And Career Angst
- Rowena recounted transferring to USC and joining a business fraternity that pushed traditional career tracks like finance and consulting.
- She felt angsty because her internships skewed toward marketing and meaningful work rather than the expected path.
Trust Yourself Over Peers' Paths
- Rowena emphasized trusting yourself and doubling down on what feels right rather than copying peers.
- She advised starting from a list of what you definitely don't want and using that to narrow your path.
