Reaching 30 can feel like treading uncharted waters; with many paths available and outcomes unknown. Women especially may find that life takes unexpected twists and turns that bring many unexpected lessons – from career changes to starting a family, these 21 unplanned things will help guide their way through all the complexities that arise with being an adult in her 30s.
Stepping Out on Faith
Perhaps you feel drawn to take the plunge and switch careers, start a business or enroll back in school. Before taking this plunge, do your research, seek advice from mentors and only undertake what is within your capabilities.
Enjoying Life’s Little Moments
Your 30s may be full of obligations – children, mortgage payments and work pressure – but that doesn’t mean it has to be all about work! Make time for yourself every now and again: listen to some music you love; indulge in an exotic meal; or arrange an afternoon escape with friends.
Adopting Strategies to Exit Unhealthy Relationships
At this stage in life, it becomes more essential than ever to set healthy boundaries with family and friends. If a relationship causes more tension than happiness, perhaps it’s time to part ways.
Budget Planning and Saving for Retirement
Start planning for your financial future as early or as late as you like – create an honest budget of where your income goes every month, and begin setting money aside into savings or investments.
Traveling to Unknown Destinations
Experience new cultures by traveling both locally and globally. Return home with fresh stories – as well as new perspectives – on life.
Explore Your Creative Side Now
If your artistic interests run deep, don’t be intimidated to explore them further. Take classes or workshops, pursue hobbies creatively or find new forms of expression to explore.
Saying Yes More Often
Life in your 30s may feel like an endless cycle of responsibility and pleasure, so why not start saying yes more often to activities that bring you joy? From spontaneous adventures to making time for the things you care about most – live life on your terms by saying YES more often to activities you find enjoyable.
Locating Supportive Communities
Surrounding yourself with supportive people who understand where you’re coming from can help ease life’s ups and downs. Look into local meetups or online forums to locate these helpful communities.
Reducing Perfectionism and Maintaining Self-Control
As your 30s progress and life proves different than planned, it may be necessary to adjust expectations and let go of pressure for perfection. Allow yourself grace as progress over perfection is ultimately what counts.
Reserving Time and Space for Fun and Relaxation
Keep your fun a priority despite all of life’s obligations; schedule some relaxation time into your schedule such as outdoor excursions or yoga classes. Make sure not to neglect allowing yourself some fun!
Prioritizing Self Care
Making self care a top priority is essential to creating balance and staying healthy. Make time to reconnect with yourself, practice positive affirmations or even book a massage!
Pursue Your Passions
Life can become hectic quickly; don’t get caught up in the daily routine without making time for what brings joy and fulfillment – whether that means writing a novel, learning an instrument, or discovering a new craft! Make sure that whatever brings you happiness becomes part of your routine.
Taking Time To Reflect
At this stage of life, it can be beneficial to set aside some time for reflection. Ask yourself some hard questions like “What am I passionate about and how would I like my life to look in five years’ time”. These moments of insight will enable you to build a life that brings happiness for years to come.
Invest in Your Well-Being Today
Focusing on health and happiness shouldn’t be taken for granted; invest in things that help keep yourself fit and well, whether that means eating nutritious meals, exercising regularly or investing in therapy services – these investments can all contribute to being the best version of yourself!
Reaching Out When Needed
Do not hesitate to seek assistance when necessary, whether that means professional resources or seeking support from family and friends – reaching out can often be the key component of self care in your 30s! With proper appreciation, life in this period can bring many rewards – take some time each day to look around and appreciate what life has brought your way!
Unexpected Pregnancy/Parenting
Unplanned pregnancies and parenting can be challenging experiences, yet can also provide invaluable learning experiences. Take some time to reflect upon these changes in your life, seek support, and find solutions for making it work – look for an Unplanned Pregnancy Support Group or parenting resources to aid your journey.
Creating a Vision
As your 30s pass by, take this chance to create your vision of success and use visualizing success as motivation. Your 30s should be seen as an opportunity to map out a roadmap for the rest of your life! Take time out each week to set goals, make plans, and envision your ideal life! Visualization should serve as motivation to stay on track and reach for those goals!
Enjoy Your 30s Now
Life in your 30s may present its own set of challenges, but don’t let that get in the way of enjoying each momentous stage of life to its fullest! Be sure to do activities that bring you joy, and remind yourself each day to embrace this chapter in your journey!
Engaging Change
Your 30s can bring many exciting and unexpected changes – embrace each moment as an opportunity for personal development and use it as a source of growth and learning. Life’s journey is full of surprises; give yourself space for personal development while you appreciate every experience along the way.
Letting Go of Comparison
Comparison can be a trap that prevents us from living our best lives – don’t let it keep you down! Celebrate others’ success but ensure your efforts are focused on doing what brings you joy without making comparisons to anyone else.
Being Open To Opportunities
With age comes experience and wisdom; use it to open new possibilities in your future. Don’t be afraid to try new experiences – who knows what amazing results could arise! Don’t be intimidated by taking risks: who knows what amazing opportunities await?
Life in your 30s should be an amazing journey of growth, happiness and satisfaction. Make sure to prioritize self-care, follow your passions and remain open to new experiences as you face future possibilities – life in your 30s can truly be amazing experiences with the right tools in place!
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