I'm 40. I Wish I Had These 7 Life Lessons In My 20s.
Mon Jan 26 2026
In this episode, Amy Landino reflects on turning 40 and shares the seven transformative lessons she wishes she could tell her younger self. If you are navigating your 20s or 30s and feeling the pressure to "be impressive" or "do it all," this conversation is the reset button you need.
Amy breaks down why chasing money is a trap compared to the value of your time, and why your obsession with "habits" might actually be failing you. We dig into the concept of "Competence Armor"—the dangerous shield high-achievers wear that prevents true connection—and why "Ruthless Removal" is the only way to design a life you actually enjoy.
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In this episode, Amy Landino reflects on turning 40 and shares the seven transformative lessons she wishes she could tell her younger self. If you are navigating your 20s or 30s and feeling the pressure to "be impressive" or "do it all," this conversation is the reset button you need. Amy breaks down why chasing money is a trap compared to the value of your time, and why your obsession with "habits" might actually be failing you. We dig into the concept of "Competence Armor"—the dangerous shield high-achievers wear that prevents true connection—and why "Ruthless Removal" is the only way to design a life you actually enjoy.