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#RI-69a8237a·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: Mid-30s

Staying at a comfortable but boring job

I'm not learning new skills and missing out on interesting projects

What I wish I knew
"I should have taken risks and built skills in my 20s"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't prioritize comfort over growth and learning"
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6/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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