Thirty going thirteen? No need!
What 20-something girls should know is that – life drastically changes once your turn thirty (personally, it felt like it happened overnight). From a semi-experienced grown up you suddenly go into a full swing of being this confident, mature, I-know-who-I-am-and-what-I-want-and-I-am-not-afraid-to-get-it powerful person you instantly grow to adore. The confidence becomes almost palpable and virtually all life decisions go from obstacles to being chances to better yourself. Still, admittedly, there are some downsides too, but the good parts definitely top the negative aspect of the big 3-0.
Until you get used to being 30, get a chuckle reading the experiences below and go figure out a way to work your newly gathered knowledge into your daily routines.
Here we go:
Body image
Unlike your 20s, 30s are the time to embrace who you are and love yourself for it, especially if you’ve been diligent about your figure (but even if you haven’t, that’s okay, too!). When you are (too) young and easy (negatively) influenced, even the tiniest of stretchmarks will make you go crazy and insecure (and you’ll probably question whether to go swimming with your friends at all!) while in your 30s – even a huge cellulite bump means nothing but just that – a cellulite bump. This doesn’t mean you are getting careless about your body, it only means you are getting mature enough to understand that you are beautiful in all your ways.
Self-respect
This one is my favorite part of being 30! When you know who you are and you stand firm behind the life you’ve lead and choices you’ve made up to that point (and your actions speak louder than words), the self-respect follows. In your 20s, you’d probably let your friends and boyfriends step over your dignity, you are more forgiving and tolerant to other people’s BS. However, when you are 30 – you pull the plug on toxic relationships so effortlessly and with no regret. Also, you learn to stand behind your convictions, claim your positions and value the good things in life – this relates to both personal and business connections.
Hangovers
Okay – days of getting home at 4AM after a crazy night out and then being super fresh at 8AM for work are gone! It’ll take you two days to get over a drink-fest, but that’s okay. In your 30s you are so busy with work and real life that you rarely ever have a chance to go out.
Beauty regimen
Sure, I was pretty into caring about my beauty regimens in my 20s, too but now – I definitely pay more attention to my skin care routine just because it got essential. With the skin aging, you want to treat it right and prevent deep lines, open pores, blemishes and other skin conditions as much as possible; my choice always falls on Ultraceuticals as it’s helping me target and treat all that’s bad at the moment (skin-wise).
Partying and gatherings
Unlike your 20s that are reserved for partying weekends and drinking till you puke, your 30s are more about sophisticated wines and casual get-togethers with your closest friends. While hitting the sticky dance floor did the work back in the day, a nice meal and a fine chat fill the expectations more than you know. It’s perfect!
Your resume
No more running around, getting people coffee, volunteering, unpaid leaves and sick days you have to work. In your 30s, you are finally your own person, your resume is shiny and you know what you’ve got to offer! You’ve also built a certain career and a name for yourself and things are starting to work in your advantage – you are the one who chooses now. I love it!
You’ve walked a long road to your big three, and this is the time to enjoy, be smart and love every single day of it.