I remember a lot of things like they just happened. Certain things actually come across as a surprise when I realize how far back in the past they really are. Even more surprising is when I take note of the present and reflect on how exactly I envisioned my then future status with my current present standing. Of course there are variations, and in my case there are very huge variations in some areas. Things haven't exactly gone as planned but am quite aware that am not alone in the feeling.
Of course it always feels like a long time when we evision the future. Even days can have that feeling depending on what we're engaged with. I've noticed that desperation tends to prolong the suffering and makes things seem a lot farther than they really are. Desperation also affects patience, which in turn affects consistency, which we all know is key to getting what we want. I know the lessons, but practically they've not exactly been easy to apply as I keep drifting.
I've seen some people on this platform make plans for themselves by the years, and stick to it with dogged consistency. I've never seemed to have that patience, but I do readily admit that such people ultimately get what they want. The time that seems so distant into the future today will simply waltz bye tomorrow, either exponentially rewarding our consistency or making us hopeless dreamers of what could have been.