Dear friends, we will all be fine ??

During this few months' break, I had the privilege of talking to different talented and passionate friends, many of whom are from the tech and startup sectors.

With trust and genuineness, we are sharing vulnerability, concerns, doubts, and worries. Especially during these difficult times of a bad economy and a high-interest environment that has caused massive layoffs in many big tech firms, startups, and crypto platforms.

I once read an article that said adulthood, especially between the ages of 30-45, is the least fun and most stressful period for "achievers." It's not just about the job market, but also our self-worth, as we search for meaning and impact in life while facing the pain and departure from different relationships.

The beauty of having a circle of family and friends and a supporting community is that we know we aren't alone. We naturally believe that the person who is struggling in front of us will be fine because he or she is such a smart and kind-hearted person. And the person we are talking to also believes in us.

We all feel uncertain about the future. I take inspiration from Kevin Kelly, the renowned futurist and co-founder of Wired magazine. In Rich Roll Podcast (https://www.richroll.com/podcast/kevin-kelly-752/), Kevin shares his wisdom on how to set ambitious goals, cultivate compassion, and optimize generosity. With his hopeful vision of the future, Kevin encourages us to stay positive and prepare for the inevitable changes ahead.

Below are some quotes from them that I found particularly warming and encouraging:

"It doesn't matter where you start off as long as you keep making progress, you will land on what defines you."

"Don't make the same mistake, make a new one."

"Work on what you're good at."

"Learn to think differently."

"The future is defined by optimists."

Reach out to friends and family when you are struggling. Humans are mammals, and we are meant to support and stay with each other.

Dear friends, we will all be fine ??