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    Advice to My Younger Self: 12 Things You Should Do Before You Turn 25

    I like to think of life as a series of windows. There are windows throughout our lives that open and close at various times, some open for just a short time so you have to take advantage of those opportunities while you can. A young woman I used to mentor is doing just that by deciding to quit her job in order to travel the world and take photos of people making a difference. Though that window has long closed in my life, it inspired me to write about the things you need to do while you are young. So I asked friends, colleagues, even those on my Facebook page for their input, and here are 12 things you should do before turning 25. - By Rene Syler

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