#1 Myth
“I should have everything figured out by 30.”
REALITY: Clarity often comes after experimentation. Life paths are rarely linear, especially in your 20s and 30s.
#2 MYTH
“If I’m anxious or lost, I must be doing something wrong.”
REALITY: Discomfort can actually be a sign you’re doing something right. It can mean you’re growing beyond your current situation and not regressing.
#3 MYTH
“Everyone else is ahead of me.”
REALITY: Comparison distorts perspective. Most people are navigating uncertainty privately, you just may not know about it. You’re not behind, you’re human.
#4 MYTH
“My job should give me purpose and passion every day.”
REALITY: It’s OK if your job is a stepping stone, and not the perfect match. You may have evolved past your current job, and that’s normal.
#5 MYTH
“If I just try harder, I won’t feel burned out.”
REALITY: Burnout isn’t about effort, it’s often a sign of chronic misalignment or unmet needs, not laziness or weakness.
#6 MYTH
“Therapy is only for crises.”
REALITY: Therapy is a proactive tool for growth, reflection, and making values-based decisions. It doesn’t need to be a last resort.