7 Things You Probably Won’t Care About In 10 Years But Are Important To You Today

Colby Kultgen’s viral Twitter thread is a quick reminder that a lot of the things people stress over today will probably fade into the background later. The list is simple, but it hits a nerve because it points straight at the habits, worries, and comparisons that eat up so much time right now.

The post touches on everyday pressure, from caring what other people think to chasing likes, looks, and instant gratification. It also sparked plenty of reactions because so many people recognized themselves in it, even if they did not want to admit it.

Here’s the full story.

Saying no

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Other people's opinions

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How you looked

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How many likes you have

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Material possessions

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Your age

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Instant gratification

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Colby shared a few thoughts on habits people often find helpful:

Exercise, meditation, socializing, and cutting back on social media all came up in the thread.

He also pointed out how easy it is to compare your life to what you see online.

This is similar to the AITA mom skipping her sister’s virtual graduation party for self-care.

People agree:

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That part clearly struck a chord.

These are all solid points

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Life has to be experienced

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Will it matter in a decade?

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Just ask yourself

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So, what do you think? Are you making your own list of things that won’t matter in a decade? It sounds like a good plan.

We should focus our time and energy on things that really matter. That way, we can improve ourselves and our lives. There’s no point in fighting for something we won’t care about at all.

Some worries really do shrink with time.

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