Counter Lesson from the “Summer of 69”: Improving Your Life Every Day & Every Year

One of the songs I used to listen to all the time was Bryan Adams “Summer of 69”, classic rock song that signifies the nostalgia we all feel for our high school years. Especially the lack of any responsibilities and fun filled summers with friends. In the song for those who don’t know it, there is the most famous part: “Those were the best days of my life.” 

I love that song but hate that part. It’s sad to think that your best days are behind you. You are doing something seriously wrong if that is the case. 

In fact, I believe every single year should be the best days of your life. You should be looking forward to even better times. 

I’m 49 and I can genuinely say I’ve enjoyed pretty much every year since. Okay, 2020 sucked pretty badly, 2022 was not great either. But overall, year over year I’ve had a great time. I’m fitter and healthier than I was at 29 years of age, eat amazing foods, read interesting books. I continue to have tremendous adventures all over the world, visiting new cities and countries; meeting and making new friends all the time. I’m learning new things all the time while building & stacking assets. 

You have to actively work on improving yourself and your life. You should be getting better in every single aspect: Your health, your career, business, finances, your relationships. 

You are the literal architect and tradesman of your life. Take it seriously and you will have little to be nostalgic about. That’s a good thing and means you are moving in the right direction in life.