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Another critical takeaway emphasizes that fundamental changes in self or others are nearly impossible. Youth engenders an idealistic approach toward change, believing it can happen quickly and easily. However, the speaker suggests that maturity fosters an understanding that embracing one’s inherent traits and limitations is integral to living authentically. Many young people squander energy attempting to mold themselves or others to fit an ideal. Relationships thrive not on attempts to change one another, but rather through acceptance and love for who the other person truly is.