So last Wednesday I turned the big 3-0. I can’t say that I am overly thrilled about being 30 but I’m proud that I didn’t freak out as much as I thought I would. I honestly feel like once I hit 25, the years just flew by. So in my 30 years of life, I have learned many lessons. Some of these lessons I learned easily and some I learned the hard way. Let’s face it, I’m an extremely hard-headed women. However; without these lessons/experiences I would not be who I am today. Here are the lessons I’ve learned in my 30 years.
I’ve learned that…
- Life is too short to put up with drama. I’ve dealt with plenty of it when I was younger and it’s just not worth it.
- Boyfriends will come and go. A break up is not the end of the world.
- Never make rash decisions when your angry. It never ends well.
- Sometimes you have to hold your tongue and take the high road when it comes to certain situations.
- To not sweat the little stuff. It only causes more stress.
- You can’t control everything, no matter how hard you try.
- Working your ass off will get you far in life (in most cases).
- Making time for your family and friends is so important.
- Some people aren’t worth your time nor your energy.
- Live your life to the fullest. Don’t let fear hold you back.
- You find out who your real friends are.
- Never let anyone make you feel that you’re not good enough. Because YOU ARE!
- Take chances because they may just change your life.
- Having my heart broken never got easier but it made me tougher.
- A LBD (little black dress) does wonders for your figure and your confidence.
- To let go of grudges.
- Having manners goes a long way.
- Making mistakes is apart of life. You live, learn and move on.
- Sometimes being a b**** is needed.
- It’s okay to cry. It doesn’t make you a weak person.
- Everyone has their flaws. Being perfect is impossible.
- How to pick and choose my battles. Some battles aren’t worth it.
- Never regret a past relationship.They will always teach you a lesson in what you want/don’t want in future relationships.
- Life can change at any second, so role with the punches.
- Having “me” time is a must.
- That no matter what society says, do your own thing and be your own person.
- Never sacrifice your happiness by staying in an unhealthy relationship.
- That being single is okay. It teaches you to love yourself more.
- That all those naps I did not want to take as a child would be really missed as I got older.
- Saying NO is okay.
As you can see I’ve learned a few things in my 30 years. I have a lot more that I could list but that would be a very long list. What are some lessons that you have learned?
Found your blog from the FB group! Gorgeous !! And I love this list! So true and i can attest to learning some of these things as well. :)!
Aww thank you Gina! I am so happy that you found my blog through the FB group. 🙂 I’ve learned so many lessons in my 30 years. Here’s to learning more. 🙂
I love this post. I can relate to soooo many of these. Happy belated birthday 🙂
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Thank You Amanda. I am glad you enjoyed this post. 🙂
#12!! All the way
LBDs are the best!!
Happy Belated Birthday!!
Angela I agree! I love a good LBD. 😉
Happy Birthday…again. 🙂 I think you’ve learned a lot more things than I knew at 30 for sure. You’re going to rock this year, and I can’t wait to keep following along.
Thank You again Shann! I have learned a lot more things than what I put on this list. My list could go on. Lol. Thank You for all your support. 🙂
These are great lessons and wisdom to pass along to those younger (and older) than you!
I’m glad you think these are all great lessons jessica! I will agree they are great lessons to learn.
Lol sometimes being a b***h is needed! This is a great list, I also think that letting things go is super important. Thank you for sharing!!
Ashleigh I had to put it out there. Sometimes I have just had to be one. Letting certain things go really does help you feel better. 🙂
Love all your lessons, Mistle! I have learned quite a few of these but hope to learn even more by the time I am 30 myself.
xoxo, Jenny
Thank You Jenny! I’m sure there will be a lot of lessons you learn before you turn 30. 🙂
Great lessons and a fun way to commemorate your birthday. I’ll have to do a 40 things I learned by 40 post in a couple years. 😉 I think the lesson that took a long time coming is that it’s okay to just sit back and be lazy every so often. It’s so easy to get caught up in my task lists of getting a million things done and sometimes i just need a little break!
Thank You Joules! I will agree that being lazy at times is so nice. I wish I had more time to do it! Can’t wait to see your list when you complete it in a few years.
Great list! Happy birthday as well!
Thank You Brittany!!
Simple and to the point – I love all of these. Happy birthday – good for you for not freaking out. You sound like you’ve got a stellar head on your shoulders, girlfriend!!
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Thank You Erica! I’ve done pretty well with not freaking out about turning 30. I’m trying to keep a stellar head on my shoulders. 🙂
Great lessons :).
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Thank You Greta!
YAS! To the LBD and the lesson in saying “no” is still a work in progress for me but I am getting there slowly but surly! Happy Friday love!
Sarah a LBD really does go a long way. Saying no at times is needed. I hope you are able to work towards saying “no” at times. 🙂
Great lessons! I’m trying to learn to say no and not worry about what others think about me ha.
Thank You Lisa! Saying no at times, is needed. I have never really cared what others thought of me. 🙂
I loved reading this post. And can I get an AMEN to the drama! I feel that even at age 24, I’m so over that crap. Cheers to the next 30 years!
Chelsea I am glad that you enjoyed reading this post. 🙂 Oh drama is so unnecessary for the most part but it happens! I have gotten away from the drama.
What a wonderful list of life lessons! I especially like what you wrote about the importance of family and friends … and also the acknowledgement that some people are not worth the time. Those are really big life lessons.
Thank You Trish! I always try to make time for my friends and family. Unfortunately I have found out the hard way that some people aren’t worth the time. It’s all about learning. 🙂
What an interesting read. Would actually love to know more about how you came to learn most of those things! I’d love to hear the success of a LBD story! Haha
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Thank You. I have learned these lessons through trial and error.
Happy thirtieth birthday dear one! I recently turned thirty, and I have to say, I am LOVING it. Seriously. Way better than I expected. These lessons are so wise!
Thank You Angie! Being 30 so far has not been so bad. It’s been fun so far (for the most part). 🙂
Happy belated birthday! These are all awesome lessons. I really like the “a breakup isn’t the end of the world” one. I learned that when I was about 16 and carried it with me through a few!
Thank You Rachel! When my ex and I broke up years ago, I really thought it was the end of the world. I soon realized that it wasn’t, even though it hurt.
I loved reading: “Never regret a past relationship.They will always teach you a lesson in what you want/don’t want in future relationships.” I couldn’t agree with you more! I used to regret essential every past relationship and friendship that has a salty past, but there was so much value because I learned what I deserve from friends and a partner. Thank you for sharing such an awesome list!
Kiara I had regretted some past relationships and then as time went on, I realized it was a learning lesson. You learn so much about what you really want and what you won’t put up with. I am glad you enjoyed my list. 🙂
These will definitely save me some headaches in the future! Congrats and thanks for sharing your lessons and a bit of your knowledge!
Jeffrey I am glad they will have you some headaches in the future!
I love the last one! Saying no is OKAY! that is so so so true.
Thank You Caroline! Sometimes you just have to say no. It’s completely okay!