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Feb 06, 2024•34 min•Ep. 54
The Quarter Life Crisis with Ryan Faber
The Quarter Life Crisis (TQLC) with Ryan Faber is the show for people in their twenties that want to figure out and follow their passion.
We talk about what is arguably the best time to try a lot - and that is in your twenties - when your life is still free of responsibilities.
We talk about:
- How you can find your passion.
- The ups and downsides to chasing your passion.
- How others struggled in their twenties.
- How finding passion relates to a sense of purpose.
So if you are in your twenties and want to find your passion and build your ideal career, this ones for you!
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