* 8 Things To Do Before You Turn 25 *
© Nishant Arora, 2015.
By the time you hit your mid-twenties, there
should a paradigm shift in one's priorities.
Here are some of the important ones which have
made my list.
1. START EARNING.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it's about time you
start earning what you spend. I'm not implying
that one has to have a high-end job and as for
those who are pursuing higher studies, kudos to
them but start making your own money. Work in a
cafe for a few hours that you can spare, get
internships during semester breaks, baby-sit for
extra cash, tutor school children. There are so
many small and big things you can do. No job is
demeaning and work is work. Money earned
through your labour is so much more sweeter (and
tougher) to spend.
2. START SAVING.
Yes, I know that lovely work of bronzed leather
from Michael Kors is must-have or that pair of
jeans from Benetton is just the right fit or the
exquisite Swatch is the 'in'-thing to own. But
people, curb your desires. In this world of
unstable and eccentric economy, it is always
better to save money for the future.
3. MAKE TIME FOR YOUR PARENTS.
Incredibly important. Your parents aren't that
young anymore. We all lead busy lives with work,
friends, socializing and what not. But amidst all
this, it is necessary for you to make some time for
your parents, the most important people in your
life.
4. GO ON A TRIP WITH YOUR.FRIENDS OR ALONE.
That's succinct in itself. Go out people. Have fun.
You can only be this young and this free for a
short-while. Make good use of it.
5. FALL IN LOVE ONCE.
Atleast. If you have not loved, you have not lived
.
6. LEARN TO COOK.
Yes, you can order in take-outs. But it is much
more convenient and economical to know how to
cook. Men and women, alike should atleast know a
few neat kitchen tricks and trust me, live alone or
live in a hostel, the knowledge of making a handy
scrumptious omelette or roti and sabji can be life-
saving and not to mention the fact your mother
will finally see you as an adult.
7. DO CHARITY.
We go about the world with an attitude that it
owes us something. It doesn't. But we do. So do
something. Spend a few hours in an old-age home
or teach a group of poor kids, maybe those of
your house-help. Donate your old clothes that is
collecting dust in the closet. There are so many
ways we can help those in need. Find your way
and do it.
8. DISCOVER YOURSELF.
This is truly the most important of all. Learn about
who you are. Love yourself for who you are. Live
for you who are.
© Nishant Arora, 2015.
By the time you hit your mid-twenties, there
should a paradigm shift in one's priorities.
Here are some of the important ones which have
made my list.
1. START EARNING.
Yes, ladies and gentlemen, it's about time you
start earning what you spend. I'm not implying
that one has to have a high-end job and as for
those who are pursuing higher studies, kudos to
them but start making your own money. Work in a
cafe for a few hours that you can spare, get
internships during semester breaks, baby-sit for
extra cash, tutor school children. There are so
many small and big things you can do. No job is
demeaning and work is work. Money earned
through your labour is so much more sweeter (and
tougher) to spend.
2. START SAVING.
Yes, I know that lovely work of bronzed leather
from Michael Kors is must-have or that pair of
jeans from Benetton is just the right fit or the
exquisite Swatch is the 'in'-thing to own. But
people, curb your desires. In this world of
unstable and eccentric economy, it is always
better to save money for the future.
3. MAKE TIME FOR YOUR PARENTS.
Incredibly important. Your parents aren't that
young anymore. We all lead busy lives with work,
friends, socializing and what not. But amidst all
this, it is necessary for you to make some time for
your parents, the most important people in your
life.
4. GO ON A TRIP WITH YOUR.FRIENDS OR ALONE.
That's succinct in itself. Go out people. Have fun.
You can only be this young and this free for a
short-while. Make good use of it.
5. FALL IN LOVE ONCE.
Atleast. If you have not loved, you have not lived
.
6. LEARN TO COOK.
Yes, you can order in take-outs. But it is much
more convenient and economical to know how to
cook. Men and women, alike should atleast know a
few neat kitchen tricks and trust me, live alone or
live in a hostel, the knowledge of making a handy
scrumptious omelette or roti and sabji can be life-
saving and not to mention the fact your mother
will finally see you as an adult.
7. DO CHARITY.
We go about the world with an attitude that it
owes us something. It doesn't. But we do. So do
something. Spend a few hours in an old-age home
or teach a group of poor kids, maybe those of
your house-help. Donate your old clothes that is
collecting dust in the closet. There are so many
ways we can help those in need. Find your way
and do it.
8. DISCOVER YOURSELF.
This is truly the most important of all. Learn about
who you are. Love yourself for who you are. Live
for you who are.
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