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Letters to My Younger Self: What 50 Powerful Women Wish They Knew

What I Know Now: Letters to My Younger Self

Ellyn Spragins

What if you could write a letter to your younger self—what would you say? In this video, we dive into the book 'What I Know Now: Letters to My Younger Self' by Ellyn Spragins, which collects raw, emotional letters from 50 of the world’s most successful women—CEOs, journalists, artists, and athletes. They share the hidden struggles behind their success: the fear of being a fraud, the pressure to please everyone, and the guilt of balancing work and family. The surprising truth? Most of their anxiety was pointless. They reveal that you can have it all, but not all at once. This isn’t just advice—it’s a wake-up call to stop living for others and start trusting yourself. Watch to discover why these women’s regrets and revelations might just change how you see your own life.