Episode 117

117 - You Don’t Know the Future You

117 - You Don’t Know the Future You

Have you ever thought about how we can’t predict who we’ll be in the future? It’s a tricky concept, but I have some ideas on how we can work toward becoming the person we want to be. We can learn from others, be humble and kind, and be the curator of our own growth. Let’s take a moment to imagine our future selves and get to know them better, even though we can’t know exactly who they’ll be. Remember, we’re all a work in progress, and it’s never too late to make positive changes.

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=3398

https://www.ted.com/talks/shankar_vedantam_you_don_t_actually_know_what_your_future_self_wants

https://bbc.com/worklife/article/20220201-how-thinking-about-future-you-can-build-a-happier-life

https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_gilbert_the_psychology_of_your_future_self

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.