When I first ventured out on my own, I thought I was ready to tackle the world. I believed that simply having reached adulthood would equip me with the necessary skills to manage whatever life threw my way. I was certain I understood what “real life” entailed.
However, the reality is that many of us leave home without having acquired essential life skills. For various reasons, we may step into the world lacking the knowledge needed to navigate daily responsibilities.
This isn’t a blame game. Perhaps our parents were not adequately prepared themselves, or maybe life circumstances diverted their focus. It’s also possible that we were simply too headstrong to absorb the lessons being offered. What’s crucial is not the reasons behind our unpreparedness, but rather how we choose to address it.
Throughout my 20s, I often stumbled through the basics of life. I had no idea taxes were an annual requirement, and the thought of purchasing a house or a car was completely foreign to me. I couldn’t even drive! Basic household chores felt overwhelming, and cooking? That was an adventure in itself. Managing finances? That was a mystery. What even is a budget?
The initial step toward acquiring these essential skills is recognizing the gaps in our knowledge. For the first few years post-move, I was largely unaware of how much I actually didn’t know. But as challenges arose, it became glaringly obvious that I was ill-equipped for adult life. Then, when I became a parent, it hit me harder—I really knew very little.
Once we acknowledge what we lack, we can begin to fill those gaps. I frequently hear individuals claim they cannot cook because they were never taught. But in today’s information age, that excuse doesn’t hold up. With just a click, we can access countless tutorials, videos, and resources on virtually any topic.
Over the past decade, I have successfully learned to cook, preserve food, garden, perform basic sewing, buy and sell a house, and even file my taxes. Much of this knowledge came from asking questions and watching online videos that guided me step-by-step.
Traditionally, these skills might have been passed down through generations, but for many, that isn’t the case anymore. While it’s a loss, I am grateful for the wealth of information available today. We can learn almost anything, provided we’re willing to put in the effort.
We have the power to reshape our futures. If there’s something you wish to learn or achieve, it’s essential to take charge and pursue that knowledge yourself. Blaming others won’t help you catch up on what you missed out on during your formative years.
I’ve transitioned from a 20-year-old with scant understanding of the adult world to a 34-year-old who enjoys cooking, manages taxes independently, and continually seeks out new skills through online resources. I envision myself at 80, still engaging with videos and tutorials to learn and grow.
So, what have you convinced yourself is too late to learn because no one taught you? Let’s shift our mindset from “I can’t” to “Watch me succeed.”
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In summary, embracing the journey of lifelong learning is vital. Acknowledge your gaps, seek knowledge, and transform your understanding to thrive in adulthood.
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