Advice from those who don’t do and don’t live the way you want.

Helen
3 min read6 days ago
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Advice from those who don’t do and don’t live the way you want can be a contentious topic that has sparked debate and discussion throughout history. This advice often comes from individuals who may not have personal experience or success in the areas they are offering guidance on, leading to skepticism about the validity and effectiveness of their advice. Despite this, there are various perspectives and implications associated with this type of advice that must be carefully considered.

Historically, advice from those who don’t do and don’t live the way you want has been prevalent in various societies and cultures. In ancient times, philosophers and religious leaders often provided guidance on how individuals should live their lives, even if they did not adhere to the same principles themselves. For example, Socrates, a renowned philosopher in ancient Greece, emphasized the importance of living a virtuous life, despite facing accusations of corrupting the youth and ultimately being sentenced to death.

In modern times, this type of advice is often seen in self-help books, motivational speeches, and online influencers who claim to have the secret to success and happiness, even if they may not have achieved these goals themselves. The rise of social media has also amplified the voices of individuals who present…

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Helen

I’m a board member for the Harvard Creative Writing Collective and an outreach associate director for Harvard Women in Computer Science.