How does life change after you hit 30?

Question

I've heard people say once you hit 30 you stop giving a sh*t about what other people think. If you're single you get adapted to it and satisfied. And you prefer to cook something and watch a movie all alone rather than hanging out with friends.

Are these things true? How did your life change after you hit 30?

WindAtMyBack · Accepted Answer

There is no magic number when things suddenly change. It's different for everyone. A LOT of people my age and older are still very active socially. Like doing things with friends, going to bars, dancing, partying, going to see bands, etc.

There are others who settle down and take it easy. But there are very few who do nothing at all.

Everyone changes. But how they change is unpredictable. By 30, most people are starting to know what they are about. Most start having a direction in their life, instead of random guesses of youth, which may or may not be the right direction.

Personally I did enough partying when I was young to last a lifetime. I quit doing that shit long before I reached 30. It was more like early 20s. I wouldn't be alive if I kept it up. I just did other things besides partying. I stared slowing down in my mid-30s due to injuries from sports and working. That doesn't mean I didn't do anything. It just means it was less physical.

mobiusforniner · Accepted Answer

It’s harder to mow the lawn now. I’m slower when doing things, not because I’m out of shape or weaker, but because I learned rushing things never yields good results. I’m more patient now than in my 20s; but I’m definitely less of a people pleaser and more firm with my boundaries. I would say I’m content with myself and who I am, but not arrogant about it. I’m comfortable admitting when I’m wrong and keep and open mind. Sure it’s still harder to mow my lawn, but I’m a lot happier in my 30s than my 20s

Dinklex3 · Accepted Answer

lol. It’s nothing really life changing, everything just kinda depends on where you are and what you’re doing. I’ve never cared about what others thought since childhood. People could be in a relationship and then be single and emotionally go through it. Being 30 doesn’t magically change anything. Some people are in relationships, some aren’t. Some are happy, some are not. A lot of my friends in their late 20s, 30s, and 40 are going through divorces, trying to adapt and figure their shit out.

I started going to movie theaters by myself when I was 24. I still prefer to go with friends.

I think most people are having their goals get set in, new & old. I quit my job and am starting everything over. Nothing has really changed since my 20s except for goals… but they’re basically the same.

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

I remember that day I turned 30. I was at work that day telling some people it's my 30th birthday today. But it was like any other day.
I think I changed more at around age 35. Sex was a lot better than before that.
It was when I was 37 that I started to re-examine my life. I just knew I wanted to change and I set out and did it. I grew up I guess.
I think everyone should take at least a year out of dating and re-examine their life. It was really worth it for me.
People at work, friends and my son noticed a change in me after about 3 months.
As my son and I were raking up the fall leaves together he said "Mom, your sense of humor has changed". I replied "It's my character that has changed. Then he said "I like it ".🙂

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

Diving into the third decade of life does sprinkle a bit of magic dust on us, doesn't it? 🌟 Suddenly, you realize your own comfort and happiness take the front seat, and yes, the endless worry about others' opinions starts to fade away like a bad dream after a good morning coffee. It's not about becoming immune to social life but rather picking quality over quantity - choosing who and what fits into your world like the perfect puzzle pieces. 🧩 For many, hitting the 30s means embracing that solo movie night with more enthusiasm than a crowded party. It's like your soul finally settles into the cozy armchair of self-acceptance. As for love? If you're single, there's a newfound confidence in flying solo, yet the door remains ajar for someone who truly complements your life. Embrace the changes, my friend. Life after 30? It's about getting the recipe just right. 🍲+🎥=❤️

ohsheeT · Answer

Life changes after every Wednesday life changes every day those little changes here and there every day

It all depends on who you are if you're all depends on things you want to do..

You get smarter when you get wiser when you get kinder you get gentler you find yourself and become who you truly are and it's a beautiful thing really

DishLady · Answer

Hmm. I didn't feel that till I hit 45. Is 45 the new 30, then?

kylee2437 · Answer

I haven’t hit 30 yet, but I do have friends that have , and they have said it doesn’t change at all. It’s just a number, labeling them but life doesn’t just stop and change directions

AviatorTom · Answer

When you fill out anything with a date, you have to put the "19".

Levin · Answer

I don't know. I've learnt all my lessons the hard way, but learnt them I have.

I'm less tolerant of bullshit.

And my health and stamina has drastically improved. All of my health issues that were burgeoning in my 20s have melted away.

Past few months in particular I feel so much happier. I have some faith now. Though it's not exactly ideal, I've also learnt how to become happy on my own. I've gotten rid of people out of my life that weren't really there for me. It was painful, but I'm a lot stronger for it.

Unit1 · Answer

That's accurate and I'm soon to hit the 30s.

My body isn't as flexible. Bending to put on shoes became painful. I get tired of people's shit quicker and dismiss them, indicating that I want no business with some of them. If they were to convince me, that 2+2=5 or that there's an invisible man in the sky, I may be generous enough to reply with "You are correct. Enjoy your day.". If they call me an asshole, selfish, gay or whatever, I "relish" it instead.

Jessikaah91 · Answer

Life is what you make it regardless of your age, it doesn't necessarily change unless you want it to, I'm 33 and the only difference I felt is that I'm more tired but also in saying that I have two little children that could have impacted that lol so yeh maybe my life hasn't really changed at all.

nolabels · Answer

Turning 30 was nothing.
Nothing.
The ages surrounding that of being 30 were completely one and the same, from 25 to 35.
Hitting 60 and experiencing an immediate precipitous slide in physical health, to be hit harder by COVID a year later, leading to my cardiac arrest of a few months ago, was quite a blow.

AliceGregory · Answer

It's a gradual process; it didn't happen suddenly.

ProbablyClueless · Answer

You definitely gain a greater sense of confidence in yourself as your life experience grows. You also get a lot more discerning. People take your opinion more seriously.

Romantically, I found that dynamic between men and women really changes, where the women seem to recognize that they aren't as "in charge" as they were before.

Anonymous · Answer

I can't speak for everyone, but turning 30 really marked a turning point for me in my mindset as far as my finances went. I got very focused on saving for retirement, investing, budgeting etc.

I'd say I didn't stop giving a 💩 about what people thought till about 40 though. That's when I realized it didn't matter, a million dollars I would still never be rich enough for some people.

SotiCoto · Answer

I started accumulating health problems... and it never stopped.
Funny thing is I wanted to die before any of this even happened. Now I'm laser-focused on wanting to be rid of the tinnitus... and it turns out dying is the only way. Figures.

the29thhuman · Answer

It’s pretty accurate for me! Lost my libido mid twenties and been single since. No regrets. I did the baby thing while I was young, I came off drugs and booze when I was young, I dodged two bullets and said no to two different guys. Why on earth would I go out?

OddBeMe · Answer

We as a society, maybe a species, like round numbers. We celebrated…what the 75th year of D Day last month, can’t remember but it was a big round number.

Honestly aging is like an hour hand. there's not switch to a different body or diff personality. Maybe you just notice when you hit the round numbers.

Yeah older we get, less we like change. More we appreciate quiet. Less our intestines can handle.

Jindadi · Answer

I feel like I have been a few different people in life, before 18, after 21, 25, 28 but for me the next time was 40. At 55 I have been pleased with my aging this far and for the most part no serious medical issues.

genericname85 · Answer

I would say with 30 you typically kind of feel like you have your shit together financially. plus you're right, at that point you learned who'se peoples opinions you should give a shit about.

chrissykerdock · Answer

you no longer get an easy pass from guys anymore your no longer cute and they expect you to do dirtier things for them

Anonymous · Answer

Life is pretty much the same up until mid 40's early 50's. By 30 most people should be more self confident having got jobs and made their mark on the world (meaning doing something productive that pays enough for them to have a stable relationship).

Billlewis · Answer

It changes more from the standpoint of everyone else thinking that you're much older, but for you, it won't change much unless you allow it to.

electromagnetic · Answer

I don’t think anything changed for me when I hit 30 if anything, I wanted to focus more on my career.

DrPepper12 · Answer

a lot is true. You're discover what matters and your kinder to yourself. You begin to reflect on familial relationships, intimate relationships, career path, parenthood, developing assets.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

I took a 30 and hit it several times. I hit it hard. Nothing significant happened - just the usual shit.

Crimsyjo · Answer

Age 40 for me! But then I've always been about ten years "younger" than my age lol

Fireguy17 · Answer

It got better for me. I was making more money, single by choice traveling, dating if/when I wanted to.

jahaims · Answer

It changes as much as you choose to change. Something magical doesn't happen just because you are 30. You should have the confidence to not care what others think way before 30.

HusamRocks · Answer

I am 31 now and u just described my life 😂👍🏻

strangeatcircleK · Answer

I think you start looking at your life more seriously. You become more intentional with your choices. At least that's his it was with me

dolemite58 · Answer

Dating changes dramatically and not in a good way. Girls in their 20’s were just having fun now it feels like a race against their biological clock 😂

MrGSpotHer · Answer

I became more far introverted a non tor**** to foolish ideas and less able to keep quiet about it 😂

Jason2469 · Answer

It gets waaay better as a man, and waaay worse as a bitch. Lol.

Jennz6 · Answer

Dating is not the same

DarkLegacy · Answer

Nothing changed for me

handsomelad70 · Answer

You're no longer really young.

nawtee_me · Answer

Another day older and deeper in debt…..

legalboxers · Answer

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