Women in their 30s or just approaching this age usually have a lot on their mind. From their career to financial life, starting a family or taking a new path to finding themselves, there is always an uncertainty that comes with this age.
A twitter user, @Moechievous asked women in their 30s to share something critical they’ve learnt in their journey and we extracted 35 responses.
Read through their responses below and learn from these well of experiences. We will also like to read from you.
Live EVEN more, stop worrying about things; you will find your way. Trust your instincts more, listen to your gut and follow it. Believe in yourself. Dont permit anyone to get in your head. YOU ARE (mostly) ALWAYS RIGHT. Be more patient.
That 30 is not the defining age to measure life achievements. Breathe, relax, follow the process! Invest. Save. Take that vacation. Start again if you need to. Take that chance. Start a side hustle. Let your hair down.
Name:Verified account @DamiElebe
People will make you feel old, like now you are 30 and above, time is running out on everything. Your career, your relationship, your life in general but the truth is don’t let that 3 by your age fool you into rushing anything. Work with your own pace and tweak as needed.
Remember that time is ticking for everyone. We don’t really know how long we are here for we just know that we are awake and we have a plan. Also, every year, put down a goal. You don’t have to make the goal 100% but 10% into the goal is better than the 0% you started with.
- Never. Ever. underestimate yourself. 2. You will fail….Many times. Never be too afraid to fail that you don’t try at all. Take that shot! 3.Never ignore your instincts. 4. Build profitable relationships. 5. Learn. Learn. Learn. 6. 30 is the new 18! Chill,babe!
I am not in my 30s per se but soon. 1.Know your worth as a human, add tax. Walk away from BullShit relationships in all settings. You will regret staying 2.Have a solid support system. You’ll need it 3.Invest in yourself. Body and mind. Never stop learning 4. Mentorship. 5.Take your place at the table. 6. Learn how to take Ls gracefully 7. Heal your inner child. She will keep popping up on you 8. Don’t dwell in the dark too long. Life does begin at 30. Be kind to yourself.
Don’t do stuff simply because of culture/society/tradition/him/her! Do it simply cos you want to. Be HIGHLY purposeful about preserving your joy & peace, cos no one else will, not even family. Be kind to yourself, you’ll definitely make mistakes, learn from them. Be curious! LIVE
Engage in self-care, look inwards, be introspective & self-critical ONLY so you can weed out what doesn’t help you grow or give you joy and fulfillment. Set appointments with yourself to do things you enjoy! Realize that despite everything, YOU MATTER!!!
Elektra Abundance’ child @guguluv
Never diminish yourself for a men. Never allow a man’s insecurities stop u from pursuing your dreams. The most important relationship you’ll ever have is with yourself, take care of her. Money is everything, work to get it…. Age is not a yardstick of achievement. Don’t compete. Do the things you enjoy, b with ppl you enjoy.
Rachael Golem @rachaelgolem Career-wise: set your goals but re-assess them periodically. Sometimes we put blinders up and follow a path others set for us and lose track of ourselves.
Love-wise: If you are looking for a partner, take time to know and love yourself first. You will demand what you deserve when you know your worth.
Oluwatosin Olaseinde @tosinolaseinde
Take your health seriously Start imbibing all the good health habits early It’s not too late
Take time to get to know yourself. There’s still so much ahead. Life doesn’t end when you turn 30, there’s no off switch. Save as much money as you can. Travel. Live. Life is going nowhere. There is no pause button. Read. Have fun. Ignore other people’s expectations. Live for you
