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Ten lessons I've learned at 34

Manila Bulletin

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July 23 2025

At 34, I’m preparing for my graduation. I’ve just finished ironing my gown for the ceremony, and I find myself reflecting on the long road that brought me here.

- ANNA MAE YU LAMENTILLO

I was born with a speech defect. Until Grade 5, I had an English tutor to help me find and strengthen my voice. The fact that I now write a biweekly column for Manila Bulletin feels, in many ways, like a quiet miracle. But it’s also a testament to what I’ve seen firsthand: the transformative power of education. This is why I believe in it—not just as a system, but as a lifeline.

In 2023, I made the difficult decision to leave the Philippines and pursue a Master’s in Cities at the London School of Economics. When I arrived, I found myself in a university of remarkable people—scientists, researchers, policy leaders—many of whom had already made major contributions to the world. I didn’t have a clear answer to the question, “What do you want to do with your life?” But two years later, I’ve come to know myself more deeply than ever before.

Before I cross the stage, I’d like to share 10 lessons I’ve learned at 34:

1. It’s never too late to shift.

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