30 Things I’ve Learned Before Turning 30

The thought of turning 30 has had me going down a rabbit hole of emotions, thoughts, and feelings. It seems as if time is flying by, and I’m running to keep up. Looking back on my 20s, they have really shaped me into the woman I am today. I’m nowhere perfect. To be completely transparent, I’ve lost a few people along the way, had to pivot in several areas of my life, and had to adjust my “plan.” But, I’ve also celebrated BIG wins such as securing 3 degrees and learning to live life on my own terms. As I leave my 20s, I’m so full of gratitude because I understand everything had to happen like it did for me to be here. I’ve never been so content and at peace as I am today, and I’ve worked hard to get here.

Thinking back on the last decade, here are 30 lessons I’ve learned that I’m taking into the next decade:

1. You are the most important person in your life, so act like it
2. People come and go, whoever is meant to be in your life, will be
3. Words matters
4. Be fully present with people you love and care about, you can’t get time back
5. If a job makes you miserable, make an exit strategy and find something better
6. Money does matter, it’s ok to make a lot of it and want a lot of it
7. Stand ten toes down on your boundaries, morals, and value
8. Travel often
9. Save, save, & save! Emergencies happen randomly
10. Hype yourself up often
11. It’s ok to walk away from situations and people who don’t serve or appreciate you
12. Practice self-care regularly
13. Do things that bring you joy
14. Always trust your intuition, it’s always right
15. It’s ok to splurge on nice things, treat yourself every chance you get!
16. Spend time with God regularly, it makes a difference
17. There’s no age limit on following your dreams
18. If you have an idea or dream, go after it, and don’t let anyone talk you out of it
19. It’s ok to say no or something isn’t for me
20. Stand up for yourself, and don’t let anyone play you
21. You deserve to be in every room you desire or walk-in
22. Sometimes you have to faith it till you make it
23. You are worthy of good things
24. Your gifts will make room for you, you just have to step out on faith and put them out there
25. Everyone won’t like you and that’s ok
26. Celebrate your wins, whether big or small
27. Surround yourself with genuine, God-fearing people you can do life with
28. Bad times will come, but you will bounce back because trouble doesn’t last always
29. When dating, be honest about your desires and expectations
30. God is AMAZING and always on time!!!

As I enter a new decade, I’m genuinely excited about what’s next for me. I’m dedicating 30 and beyond to shooting all shots, pursuing my dreams, and showing up authentically as myself in every room I’m in. So cheers to turning 30!!