10:04 AM
Hardeep Singh Mann
Life starts
after 30. It’s then when we finally get a feeling of awareness and independence
and understand our aspirations and true wishes. However, in order to make your
dreams come true and get the maximum success in all spheres of life, it’s worth
learning some things.
We at
Bright Side chose 13 necessary things that every person should do by the age of
30. Don’t miss our bonus at the end — it will reveal 4 simple steps to
happiness.
1. Find a
job that you enjoy.
Having
graduated from a university, we’ve experimented with changing jobs, working
offices, salaries and professions. But by the age of 30, it’s quite important
to find the very job that will bring you satisfaction where you’ll strive for
more development and climb up the career ladder.
2. Learn to
cook your signature dish.
You can
either hate cooking or know all of Gordon Ramsay’s recipes by heart, but either
way, you need to have a dish that you’ll cook better than anyone else. It
should be a main course — having a signature dessert is optional. Experiment
and don’t be afraid to add new features to your dish in order to master this
skill. Having a signature dish provides you with confidence when faced with
important visitors to your home.
3.
Understand who your true friends are.
When we’re
young, we’re surrounded by many people and easily get new acquaintances. Very
often, we mistakenly think that they are all our friends. However, after some
time, they disappear and only true friends stay close to us — those who will
help you when you feel blue and those who will rejoice about your success with
you. Appreciate the people who have stood the test of time and don’t stick to
just anyone around you.
4. Stop
telling everyone the details of your personal life.
Keep in
mind that if you want to keep your relationships strong, you shouldn’t tell
everyone about the issues you and your partner are facing. If you feel an urge
to do so and you want to share your worries with someone, visit a
psychotherapist. A professional will listen to you carefully and will help to
analyze both your and your partner’s actions. All these things will give you
the opportunity to look at yourself not only from the position of a victim, but
you’ll also notice your own weaknesses and as a result, you’ll find the right
way out of the given situation.
5.
Prioritize correctly.
We always
hurry through life, trying to do as many things as possible. But after some
time, we understand that we’re focusing on small things and neglecting
important ones. Usually, it’s trips and time spent with family that we
remember; no one remembers how they had to do overtime in the office on a
Friday evening. It is important to learn to prioritize and to do what you really
want as often as possible.
6. Find
money and time for vacation.
A lack of
rest leads to moral and physical exhaustion and reduces your overall level of
efficiency. That’s why it’s better to spend money not on the latest smartphone
model, but on a deserved vacation. Having rested fully, you’ll be able to
reload and make more. Make a rule to save 20% of your salary for a future
vacation.
7. Get a
driver’s license.
Getting a
driver’s license motivates you for further actions. Once you get it, you’ll
start thinking about buying a car and, therefore, will increase the level of
your income. It’s easier to travel having a driver’s license — you can always
rent a car when going abroad and will be able to see more sights.
8. Provide
yourself with extra income.
Make sure
that you have an extra source of income by the age of 30. It can be
freelancing, some passive income or your own business. Even working in one of
the most stable companies in your city can’t guarantee you a stable future.
That’s why it’s necessary to provide yourself with an extra source of income so
that you can handle any critical situation.
9. Move out
of your parents’ house.
It’s very
convenient to live with your parents — your home is always clean and there is
always some food ready and waiting for you on the stove. However, sooner or
later, you need to make the decision to move out from your parents’ home and
it’s better to do it by age 30. It will help you to learn to plan your budget,
taking into account the expenses you probably didn’t know about before — for
example, payments for communal services and other small things like detergent,
etc.
10. Learn
to give speeches in public.
Many of us
feel awkward when there is a necessity to give a public speech, to stand up for
your point of view or to simply talk to a stranger. Learn to overcome your
fears. A person who always stays calm and doesn’t use parasite words is
received with respect and attention. Being able to talk nicely, you’ll get rid
of insecurity, be able to present your project successfully, persuade your boss
in increasing your salary and can stop any kind of debate or conflict
beneficially.
11. Find
your style.
An adult person
should have their own personal style that makes them feel comfortable. Having
found your personal style, you’ll forget about the eternal problem of choosing
what clothes to wear. All because you’ll already know what clothes to choose to
outline your personality and uniqueness. Moreover, knowing your style will help
you easily choose new clothes that will match the rest of your wardrobe. Keep
in mind that it’s your appearance that makes the first impression about you
which is why it’s very important to feel comfortable in it.
12. Read
classical literature.
We learn
classical literature in school but due to our young age, we couldn’t realize
the real depth of those stories. That’s why we shouldn’t be lazy and reread all
those famous classical novels. We are sure that you’ll perceive them
differently — you’ll notice more details, hidden hints and even connections
with today’s world. Moreover, you’ll increase your cultural awareness, your
speech will get enriched and you will be able to support an interesting
conversation.
13. Get
yourself in good shape.
We can
easily do without physical exercises up to a certain age. Even eating chips
late at night won’t affect our body shape. However, overall muscle tone
decreases over time and the metabolism slows down. That’s why if you don’t want
to end up spending your free time sitting on a bench at age 50, you should get
in the habit of doing sports. Your weekly schedule should include physical
activity that will help you stay in a good shape and healthy.
Bonus: 4
simple steps to become happier
Here is a
curious fact: According to statistics, there is no such concept as the
“happiest age”. We can be equally happy at any time. Here are a few simple
steps to keep the level of happiness at a maximum level:
- Spend 10-15 minutes each day in silence — unplug from everything: phones, laptops, work etc.
- Refuse your bad habits and desires — they take too much of your energy.
- Surround yourself with positive people.
- Get yourself a clean home — messy home creates a messy mind.
Thanks >>> Illustrated
by Alena Sofronova for BrightSide.me
