The Social Construct of Time

From childhood, we are taught that life follows a timeline: education, career, marriage, family, retirement. Yet, this timeline is arbitrary. In different cultures and generations, people achieve life goals at vastly different ages, proving there is no universal “right time” for anything.

The Psychology of Feeling Behind

The comparison trap is one of the biggest contributors to feeling late in life. Social media amplifies this, showing us highlight reels of others' successes while hiding their struggles. The fear of missing out (FOMO) keeps us anxious and dissatisfied.

How to Overcome the Feeling of Being Behind

Redefine Success – Success is personal. Focus on what truly matters to you, not societal expectations.

Limit Comparisons – Your journey is unique; stop measuring it against others’ timelines.

Practice Gratitude – Appreciate where you are instead of focusing on where you “should” be.

Embrace Life’s Unpredictability – Some of the best things in life happen off schedule.

Time is an illusion—what truly matters is living meaningfully in the present.