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Second, Graham instructed graduates to follow their energy, rather than merely seek their passions. He explained that the pressure of finding a singular lifelong passion can be overwhelming and misleading. Instead, individuals should focus on what invigorates them at any given moment. He proposed an insightful exercise called "Nine Lives," inviting graduates to envision various parallel lives based on their interests and what excites them.
This approach shifts the focus from narrow definitions of success to a more expansive view that allows creativity and exploration, thereby tapping into a personal source of energy that reflects their true selves.