This One Study Will Change How You Think About Your Entire Life

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Today’s episode is a wake up call.

Before you waste another day of your life, you need to hear the 6 shocking statistics from a ten-year long study about what you’re doing with your time.

Because the hard reality is that time is passing you by.

And if that bothers you, this episode will get you doing something about it.

You’re probably spending too much time on things that are not important to you, and not enough time on what is.

It’s time to change that.

In this episode, you’ll also learn:
- Surprising life changes that happen at ages 18, 21, 29, 40, and 70
- 6 things you must pay attention to if you want to make the most of your life
- The most important decision you’ll ever make (it’s not what you think!)
- The ten-year research study that Mel couldn’t stop thinking about
- The truth about your relationship with your family
- The advice you need to help you find the right person for you
- A short quiz to help you see what matters most in your life
- The big takeaway that will change how you see your relationships.

In this episode:
00:00 Intro
02:50: A short quiz to help you see what matters most in your life.
04:35: The shocking study that Mel can’t stop thinking about.
08:50: A massive milestone that happens at age 18.
10:45: Do the math this way and you’ll never see your family in the same way.
12:00: One question to ask yourself if you’re not getting along with family.
13:55: The big takeaway that will change how you see your relationships.
19:15: Choose these people carefully- you spend half your life with them.
24:00: This is what happens at age 21 if you’re not paying attention.
28:00: The 2 “P’s” that will help you keep your friends.
35:25: The most important question to ask about the person you’re dating.
36:20: The advice you need to help you find the right person for you.
42:50: Your most important job as a parent.

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[JugglingG]

I once attended a 90th birthday meal gathering. I was aged 20-something (no kids) and an older relative suddenly turned to me and said 'just think, when you have your 90th, you have no idea who will be there do you'...that really made me realise that one day i will be living a completely different reality.

[terridubois]

When my kids were young and I was first divorced, I used to feel so sad being alone! Then I learned how to take myself on "dates". I learned HOW to enjoy spending time with myself. And I really like spending time alone with myself now. ❤

[paiiininthebuttt]

I turned 40 in September. After 7 years of being in the same rental, I moved in with my parents just before Christmas 23. I am currently on the hunt for a fully contained caravan. I’m going mobile! For how long? I don’t know!
I’m going to travel and I am going to visit so many friends I haven’t seen in years. I can’t bloody wait ❤

[followtango]

Dear Mel, people who cut ties with family are struggling with lots of doubt, pain, guilt, loneliness and invalidation. Their position in family is such that family IS the most terrible waste of their life, time, love, effort and potential. I think it would be important to validate them more. 🙏 Family ties are powerful both in best and worse ways.

[Teal_Seal]

My mom is 80. When I moved out of state 7 years ago, I started texting her goodnight/I love you etc every night. I also call once or twice a week on my way home from work to touch base. ❤

[PnkBanj]

I lost my Dad, my best friend, my person, in October. It's hard, we were close. And I lived with him and took care of him the last few years. You can only prepare yourself so much for their end and how you'll live on without their physical presense. Now I'm watching Mel's video to learn to make the best of my time now. No regrets.

[natashahernandez]

My siblings and I schedule a rotating monthly dinner where each of us take turns hosting dinner with a theme. It allows for us to stay connected and always have something planned to see each other at least once a month.

[Ikr]

I have ZERO desire to see more of my brother. That would simply mean hearing about how great he is. And then hearing about how great he is again. And then hearing more from him. And about how great his family are. And more of his opinions. My only permitted role in all that (unless I want to attract his sarcasm and silent contempt) would be ‘silent observer’ and ‘being supportive’. No room for the thoughts of a younger sister in his life. So no thanks.. much happier without that!

[enktklf]

You changed my life. You brought me back to life . 2020 was the year of a life changing . I was at my lowest miserable just hiding in my bed and one night you was there in front of me talking about yourself and the rocket and your Hi5 method and that was it. I did it because you showed me the way. You was the light in my darkness. I’m 58 and you made me feeling happy and young again. And every time I feel depressed sad and lose interest in life and feel overwhelmed you show up on YouTube and guide me again. Thank you so much for saving me and gave my kids their mother again strong again and alive . Thank you

[evelyncortus]

With the friendships, it’s tricky because I feel like the one who prioritizes but very few prioritize back. It gets me disheartened at times

[timshelton]

I took care of my little brother and both of my parents as they passed on over the last 15 years..
I speak with my son and daughter daily..
My nephew and I are absolute best friends..
My sister is my rock..
My brother-in-law is a brother to me..
I am very fortunate for all this..
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommend!!

[susiespr]

My high school friends and I started to struggle with not seeing each other when we were getting married. From there we planned dinners out every 3rd Friday of the month. Everyone took a month and picked a restaurant. Whomever could make it did, some regularly and some sporadically but just planning the dinners even kept us in touch. This was back in the day when we had to pick up the phone and call. Fast forward 30 yrs later. We still have our monthly dinners. Back at 35 we started a girls trip every 5 yrs. We are 55 now and going strong all 16 of us, clicks within a click, some closer than others but we are all still here and still together.

[debbiemcdonald]

When you grow up in a family where their is so much abuse and you feel you have the responsibility of keeping everything together it’s a relief to get away. I can take the time to talk to my parents & siblings when they’re not abusive.
I am so Blessed to have my own family now.

[kathygaber]

I enjoy my alone time, I can do what I want, no interuptions, I dont have to talk or listen.

[lisakingsbury]

And sometimes you spend you whole life up until you are 59 trying to make every other person in your life happy and you realize you forgot about yourself. And now you are stuck with this person you don’t love and don’t really know.

[donna.downey]

My husband and I are in our early seventies. We have always built our life around our families. He worked with his Dad (construction) in the family business and I worked with one of my brothers (CPAs in our own practice). We spent so much time with our parents and siblings. We never stopped by his parents home and said, "hey, would y'all like to go get something to eat?" that they didn't respond positively. They all passed in their nineties and we miss their presence so much. We have no regrets about spending so much time with all of them. We do the same with our dogs... as they are a part of our family as well. My two Aussies go to work with me every day and my clients love it. I will never regret spending every day with them either. Last July, one of them (Rusty) was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer. He lived six weeks (he was only eight and had never been sick at all). It was devastating and trust me I cherish every moment spent with him and now with his "brother" Spencer. Thank you for bringing out how important planning to spend time with those we love is and how we won't regret it... ever! Love you Mel!

[KatiaWellnessTV]

Great reminder. Thanks for talking about this. We are all getting older too quickly. Took a break from work today, To focus more on my son, even though he's 16. Picked him up from school playing his favorite music on the radio. Made him his type of yummy lunch and had a great conversation. His smile to me said it all. 👍

[anitabenton]

I need this video today! Definitely been thinking about how I’m wasting good time. I’m single, kids are 22 and 33 and since the pandemic, I don’t enjoy the things I use to. So I need new hobbies/interest. It’s hard to make new friends at 55. But I need to start being busy happy again, not just work.

[GinaSherman-gccx]

My mom is 96 years young . Good advice

[DivorcePropertyInsights]

I'm 42 and my children are 14 and 8 years old. I'll be 52 when my youngest launches. I'm glad that my career path has allowed me to be more present in their lives these past 8 years. I cherish those moments even more because of these stats. Thank you for highlighting it.