So beautiful!! And I love the idea of asking your favourite substackers about their life lessons.
When I was 24, which was centuries ago, I think my number-one lesson was to stay open to what could be. I moved to Italy for just one summer, to learn Italian, and ended up staying for six years. I started dating a guy as a fun summer fling and this week, in 2024, is our ten-year wedding anniversary. I started chatting online with someone just because he seemed nice, and now he's my forever best friend and we've been through so much together. Entering things with an open mind, I think, was my biggest lesson learned from that time.
Wow! It really is amazing to see what flexibility can expose us to in life. I think with time, one of my biggest lessons has also been to let go of rigidity and make room for the uncertain. Thank you for sharing your story Sascha and thank you for being here!💕
I am so glad you decided to contribute, it added to the wholesomeness of this post. I can't believe I'll be 25 next year, time really is flying by real quick!!✨
Since I was asking so many writers for advice, I had to ask my mom even though she is not a writer, but she has played a huge role in shaping me into the person I am today (it's obvious because she's my mother but it's true)!
Thank you for contributing, I really appreciate all that you've done for me on Substack. It has helped me accept the fact that I am capable of building something of my own outside of a 9-5 job♥️
Reading this post late in the evening, was a bit hectic schedule today. Took out some time to read your valuable learnings Mansi
Happy 24th Birthday, Mansi!
I've been following you on Substack for the past four months, and I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your superb and simple writing. Your ability to convey complex ideas in such an approachable and engaging manner is truly remarkable. Your words have a way of resonating deeply and bringing clarity to even the most intricate topics.
Wishing you a fantastic birthday and a year ahead filled with endless possibilities!
Some of your lessons which resonated with me were:
1. Most people will never remind you of how far you have come. But they will always tell you how far you still have to go. It’s up to you to celebrate your achievements, especially the little ones.
2. Everything falls into place when the time is right. You can choose how much effort to put in, but can never get ahead of time.
Excellent job, Mansi, there can be no better gift on this special occasion. Happy birthday!
I liked the richness, depth, and diversity of these lessons. I will certainly be reflecting on them for a long time. Also liked the contribution of these other writers on here (thanks for including me); these do enrich the piece. They are honest and uplifting.
I really appreciate you for being a huge supporter of my work here on Substack, and also for sending out really amazing newsletters every week yourself. I learn so much from your words and your life experience. Thank you for contributing as well! You were one of the first writers I reached out to, simply because you are one of my favourite writers here.✨
Happy birthday! This took me back to my 20s and I wondered about my wisdom then (i know that's going in opposite direction of this theme, but I couldnt help it). There were some great things I believed in and practiced, I need to bring them back in my life.
I love that! I'm sure life must've gotten more complicated over the years, but it's such a good idea to reconnect with your old self and pick some good things that you left behind back up.
Thank you Nikita. I appreciate your presence here♥️
Happy birthday, Mansi! 🥳 I hope this year brings new miracles into your life. ✨
I read and listened to so many people's advice on their birthdays, and most of them have the same things; nothing is different from one another. But this time, the advice that you give to someone younger is different from most of them, and I loved it. Like taking a break and enjoying little things, and self-awareness—no one is talking about these things and how important these small things in life matter. This is wonderful.
This whole post was AMAZING. And one thing I can say for sure...you are so wise beyond your years. At 24, I didn't have this kind of wisdom...probably because I had a 5 year old 😁
Mansi, thank you for allowing me to be part of this awesome project. You will go far in your life ❤️
Thank you so much for your kindness Kristi, and I really appreciate you taking out the time to share your valuable advice and the conversation that followed. ♥️
I feel so blessed to have connected with you here, love reading your posts every Tuesday✨
Mansi! This was so good. Number 8 I’m currently learning still but it is such a rich lesson. Thank you so much for including me in your birthday post and I hope you enjoy yourself on your special day!
Firstly, thank you so much for contributing. I feel honoured to have you as a part of this very special newsletter.
My mother is not a writer, but I'd say that she is a famous math teacher in our area :)
She is 51 and is so passionate about her work. ♥️
I love the idea of doing something similar on your birthday, I would absolutely love to read it. 🥹
I am subscribed to your newsletter and absolutely love how much effort you put in each piece. I wish you so much luck here on Substack and also in life in general✨
Happy Birthday Mansi! Wishing you a lovely year full of beautiful adventurous! Loved the lessons including those shared by others and it was a great reminder that everything happens at its appointed time.
What an amazing post Mansi! Reading it brought tears to my eyes. I really love how you have put it together in such a generous way. It is so lovely to have the insights from everyone and yourself with the '24 years' advice features. I was absolutely honoured to be included and loved being able to contribute. Wishing you the happiest of Birthdays - another trip around the sun. Enjoy.
3 years ago, I couldn't even imagine that my words could make someone cry. I only had that happen to myself when I read other people's writing. Thank you so so much for being kind and supportive. I truly value your support♥️
Happy birthday Mansi. This post is full of wisdom that is beyond your age. Each and every word is like a gem to remember. Keep learning good things and never miss to share them.
I am glad you found this insightful! One of my intentions for 24th year is to make sure that I keep my eyes open for all the lessons that life has to offer. And also to keep writing for myself and this wonderful community✨
So beautiful!! And I love the idea of asking your favourite substackers about their life lessons.
When I was 24, which was centuries ago, I think my number-one lesson was to stay open to what could be. I moved to Italy for just one summer, to learn Italian, and ended up staying for six years. I started dating a guy as a fun summer fling and this week, in 2024, is our ten-year wedding anniversary. I started chatting online with someone just because he seemed nice, and now he's my forever best friend and we've been through so much together. Entering things with an open mind, I think, was my biggest lesson learned from that time.
I love your lessons, especially nr 22 and 24.
Wow! It really is amazing to see what flexibility can expose us to in life. I think with time, one of my biggest lessons has also been to let go of rigidity and make room for the uncertain. Thank you for sharing your story Sascha and thank you for being here!💕
I appreciate you✨
I am deeply honoured to be included in this amazing post. I loved hearing your own thoughts about life as well as those of all these great writers.
Happy Birthday, keep on rocking all the way to 25🎂
Thank you Donna! ♥️
I am so glad you decided to contribute, it added to the wholesomeness of this post. I can't believe I'll be 25 next year, time really is flying by real quick!!✨
Your mum’s one is so lovely. So wise. I really enjoyed reading everyone’s thoughts including your 24 pieces of advice!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Thank youu🥹💕
Since I was asking so many writers for advice, I had to ask my mom even though she is not a writer, but she has played a huge role in shaping me into the person I am today (it's obvious because she's my mother but it's true)!
Thank you for contributing, I really appreciate all that you've done for me on Substack. It has helped me accept the fact that I am capable of building something of my own outside of a 9-5 job♥️
It was fun looking back to our 24 year old selves. You have so much loving to do Mansi, I’m excited for what is ahead for you!
🥹💕
Brilliant Mansi!! thank you so much for reaching out, I love how you made this such a collective project to celebrate 24! Happy birthday 🎊🎂🎈
Thank you Elin!💕
I loved your contribution and really appreciate you for reading this week's newsletter.✨
I’m so inspired by all the responses and your reflections Mansi! I hope you feel loved and celebrated on your birthday! 🎂 💕
Thank you Carmen!💕
I am taking some time to soak in all the love I received on my birthday this year. Feeling so blessed. Thank you for your contribution as well🌻
Yess enjoy quality time with your loved ones!💖
Reading this post late in the evening, was a bit hectic schedule today. Took out some time to read your valuable learnings Mansi
Happy 24th Birthday, Mansi!
I've been following you on Substack for the past four months, and I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your superb and simple writing. Your ability to convey complex ideas in such an approachable and engaging manner is truly remarkable. Your words have a way of resonating deeply and bringing clarity to even the most intricate topics.
Wishing you a fantastic birthday and a year ahead filled with endless possibilities!
Some of your lessons which resonated with me were:
1. Most people will never remind you of how far you have come. But they will always tell you how far you still have to go. It’s up to you to celebrate your achievements, especially the little ones.
2. Everything falls into place when the time is right. You can choose how much effort to put in, but can never get ahead of time.
Thank you once again. Enjoy your day
Thank you Himanshu!✨
I appreciate you for your support since the last four months and I hope you choose to stay🌻
Excellent job, Mansi, there can be no better gift on this special occasion. Happy birthday!
I liked the richness, depth, and diversity of these lessons. I will certainly be reflecting on them for a long time. Also liked the contribution of these other writers on here (thanks for including me); these do enrich the piece. They are honest and uplifting.
Excellent job, once again, and thank you!
Thank you so much Patrick!
I really appreciate you for being a huge supporter of my work here on Substack, and also for sending out really amazing newsletters every week yourself. I learn so much from your words and your life experience. Thank you for contributing as well! You were one of the first writers I reached out to, simply because you are one of my favourite writers here.✨
Happy birthday! This took me back to my 20s and I wondered about my wisdom then (i know that's going in opposite direction of this theme, but I couldnt help it). There were some great things I believed in and practiced, I need to bring them back in my life.
I love that! I'm sure life must've gotten more complicated over the years, but it's such a good idea to reconnect with your old self and pick some good things that you left behind back up.
Thank you Nikita. I appreciate your presence here♥️
Happy birthday, Mansi! 🥳 I hope this year brings new miracles into your life. ✨
I read and listened to so many people's advice on their birthdays, and most of them have the same things; nothing is different from one another. But this time, the advice that you give to someone younger is different from most of them, and I loved it. Like taking a break and enjoying little things, and self-awareness—no one is talking about these things and how important these small things in life matter. This is wonderful.
Thank you for your lovely wishes Vidhan! ✨
I am glad you found value in these lessons. I think my purpose for sending out this newsletter is fulfilled. 🌸
This whole post was AMAZING. And one thing I can say for sure...you are so wise beyond your years. At 24, I didn't have this kind of wisdom...probably because I had a 5 year old 😁
Mansi, thank you for allowing me to be part of this awesome project. You will go far in your life ❤️
Thank you so much for your kindness Kristi, and I really appreciate you taking out the time to share your valuable advice and the conversation that followed. ♥️
I feel so blessed to have connected with you here, love reading your posts every Tuesday✨
Mansi! This was so good. Number 8 I’m currently learning still but it is such a rich lesson. Thank you so much for including me in your birthday post and I hope you enjoy yourself on your special day!
Thank you Disney♥️
I think number 8 took me a while to realise myself. (The realisation was followed by a long period of extreme stress and constant worry)
But all of us are just figuring things out as we go. I had so much to learn from your advice as well. Thank you so so much for contributing💕
Okay need to follow everyone - would also love to follow your mom. She's so wise. How old is she now, my dear?
Happy birthday and it was really a lovely idea.
When I turn thirty something next year again ^^ I'll prompt others I love reading too.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
Hey Kristina!!
Firstly, thank you so much for contributing. I feel honoured to have you as a part of this very special newsletter.
My mother is not a writer, but I'd say that she is a famous math teacher in our area :)
She is 51 and is so passionate about her work. ♥️
I love the idea of doing something similar on your birthday, I would absolutely love to read it. 🥹
I am subscribed to your newsletter and absolutely love how much effort you put in each piece. I wish you so much luck here on Substack and also in life in general✨
What a beautifully written and insightful reflection. Thank you for sharing this with us and happy birthday to you!
Thank you Linh💕
I really appreciate you for taking out the time to read my words✨
Happy Birthday Mansi! Wishing you a lovely year full of beautiful adventurous! Loved the lessons including those shared by others and it was a great reminder that everything happens at its appointed time.
Thank you Jacqueline🧡
I am glad you enjoyed reading this newsletter that was written with so much love✨
What an amazing post Mansi! Reading it brought tears to my eyes. I really love how you have put it together in such a generous way. It is so lovely to have the insights from everyone and yourself with the '24 years' advice features. I was absolutely honoured to be included and loved being able to contribute. Wishing you the happiest of Birthdays - another trip around the sun. Enjoy.
Thank you Emily🥹
3 years ago, I couldn't even imagine that my words could make someone cry. I only had that happen to myself when I read other people's writing. Thank you so so much for being kind and supportive. I truly value your support♥️
You are always so welcome !
Happy birthday Mansi. This post is full of wisdom that is beyond your age. Each and every word is like a gem to remember. Keep learning good things and never miss to share them.
Thank you so much♥️
I am glad you found this insightful! One of my intentions for 24th year is to make sure that I keep my eyes open for all the lessons that life has to offer. And also to keep writing for myself and this wonderful community✨