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What does it mean?
Growing up involves breaking promises to remain forever young or carefree.
In plain terms
I am older now despite promising not to be.
What can you take from it?
You cannot stop growing up.

Where it applies

  • growing up
  • aging
  • relationships

Putting it to work

  • accept aging
  • respect change
  • be honest

Questions to consider

  • What promise did you break?
  • How do you feel about aging?

Another view

Some people manage to stay youthful in spirit despite age.

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