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Something that is superficial wisdom for you is an important message for someone else. We are all coming from different places. Our journeys may have similarities but no two are exactly alike.

Do you have any specific critique for this post?

I can see how it might be annoying if all of the content was of this type, but these posts don’t seem to take up too much space.



The article's thought process and conclusions feel narcissistic. The preoccupation with intelligence is exhausting, and the article's conclusion, "turn your eyes forward and focus on what you can change: the future." is such a milquetoast statement it feels condescending.

Many wish to learn from their mistakes - many argue that learning from mistakes is key to not repeating them. All of this contributes to the stress and anxiety felt from looking back. I could write an article that takes an entirely contrary opinion about looking back and learning from your mistakes. The conclusions are self-help nonsense, but it's well-written self-help nonsense with a techy / entrepreneur vibe. If it makes you feel better, I'm happy for you.

But it's just astrology with a different coat of paint.




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