Recently, I was drawn to a new book that resonated with me
in this uncertain time in my life.
It’s a list of the must-haves and must-knows for women
turning thirty, remembering thirty, or looking forward to thirty. Each item on
the list is expanded by essays written by some of the world’s most wise and
wonderful women.
Thirty has never been a fear of mine. Actually, I’m anxiously
waiting to turn thirty. I like to believe that I’ll have my stuff figured out
by then. If not, I will someday. Not to say that I’m trying to rush through
life to get to thirty but it definitely is a milestone to look forward to. This
book has many memorable quotes and stories that are relatable but I can’t help
but think about a line Carrie said in the Sex
and the City movie, “Enjoy yourself. That’s what your 20’s are for. Your 30’s
are to learn the lessons. Your 40’s are to buy the drinks.” Believe me, the
first half of my 20’s I enjoyed fully. The second half, let’s just say, has
been a bit of an adjustment. But 30, I know is going to be a great decade for
me. I will own my 30’s!
I highly recommend this book to any female over the age of
21. It’s a quick read but full of inspiration, wisdom and advice for all women.
“Thirty is when you stop the comparathon: the rat race that
has you constantly looking over your shoulder to see how everyone else is doing
at work/love/fitting into their skinny jeans. It’s tempting, after all, to see
your twenties as your chance to make your mark. So you do your best, and you
keep one eye on everyone else doing theirs…Life isn’t a contest—beauty,
popularity, or otherwise. And there’s happiness to go around for all of us. Besides, at thirty, most of
us start noticing that the most meaningful moments in life so far have happened
when we weren’t trying so damn hard…We’re all on different time lines and need
to realize life isn’t a race. So what if someone else gets promoted first? Or
has flatter abs, or more mysteriously perfect hair. Gets pregnant first—or stays
gloriously single longer? High-five her. That’s her race. Then walk on.”
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