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What does it mean?
She planned her life trajectory only up to age 28, envisioning a dramatic, artistic existence in Paris.
In plain terms
She had a clear plan for her life only until she was 28 years old.
What can you take from it?
Early life plans often have a specific horizon.

Where it applies

  • career planning
  • creative life

Putting it to work

  • setting goals
  • creative living

Questions to consider

  • How far do you plan your life?
  • What was your vision at 28?

Another view

Life rarely follows a strict script.

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