Level Up Your Life: Embracing the Awesomeness of Your Mid-30s

Whoever said the mid-30s were a time to fear clearly never tuned into Talk Mode with me, your host Wahab, as I pop the cork on another year of life! Embrace the seasoned age where confidence reigns supreme, relationships are rich, and giving back is non-negotiable. In the latest episode, we crack the code on why this chapter isn't just a number—it's a goldmine of opportunities to amplify your existence. From career acceleration to deepening life's connections, I've got the lowdown on how your mid-30s can be the launchpad to your most epic adventures yet.

Forget the crisis chatter; your 30s are where you come into your own, with less concern for the peanut gallery and more focus on what fires you up. This episode isn't about mulling over what could have been—it's about celebrating what is and strategizing for what's to come. Whether it's planning those bucket-list expeditions, enriching your skillset, or fortifying bonds with those who've weathered the storm alongside you, this is your behind-the-scenes pass to living large in the prime of life. Strap in and join me as we toast to the years that bring wisdom to our wild and intention to our actions.

Transcript

Speaker 1: 0:45

Hey guys, welcome to another episode of Talk Mode. I'm your host, wahab, and it's that time of year again, guys. I'm a year older and a year wiser well, at least I like to think so, anyway and we're going to delve a little bit deeper into this milestone that everyone's so negative about. Yeah, the mid 30s. Now I'm not going to sugarcoat it. There is, and can be, some pressure, there are some what ifs, and there are some aches and pains that you didn't feel yesterday. Well, at least maybe that's just me. But before you go ahead and hit that panic button, let me tell you why your mid 30s can actually be pretty damn awesome.

Speaker 1: 1:30

So, first off, let's digital that negativity. You're not over the hill, as like people like to say. You actually feel like you're climbing a new mountain. You've got the experience under your belt, you know who you are for the most part, and you're probably not as reckless and idiotic as you were in your 20s. You're likely to learn from some of the mistakes you made, some of the stumbles you had, and you figured out what actually matters to you, and maybe you've even got a handle on this adulting thing, but I think I'm still trying to figure that one out. So what makes your mid 30s so fucking good?

Speaker 1: 2:09

Well, let's go through a few points. Number one your confidence should be at an old time high. Yeah, you're less likely to give a fuck about what other people think. You're more comfortable in your own skin and you're rocking your own unique style. Plus, you got the skills and experience to back it all up, making you a damn force to be reckoned with. Number two you've probably established yourself and maybe you've got a career groove going on. You've got the freedom. This means you've got more freedom to pursue your passions. You travel to. Just say no to things you don't find interesting. It's the time for you to go ahead and explore. You should. Hopefully by now you are at a point where you're financially stable and stuff, so you can do all that. Number three the people in your life have been around a long time for the most part not everyone, obviously but what that means is your relationships deepen, your friendships become more meaningful, your connections are way stronger and you know who your real rider dies out by now. Plus, you might be starting a family or nurturing existing ones, in which case that creates a whole new level of love and joy and things to look forward to Number four. You've finally figured out that your health is actually a priority. Well, for me anyway, you start making smarter choices and do a little bit more exercise and prioritise that self care, that taking time out to look after yourself. You're in it for the long haul man, so treat yourself right. Finally, number five you're still fucking young man, let's not forget.

Speaker 1: 4:05

The mid 30s is just the beginning of another chapter. You've got another, hopefully more than double what you've currently done. You know what I mean. You've got another few decades of adventures, experiences and growth ahead. The world is fucking yours, man, so go, fucking do it.

Speaker 1: 4:26

So now that we've talked about and hopefully got rid of some of that negativity surrounding mid 30s area, let's figure out some ideas of how you can go ahead and celebrate hitting this bloody mind store. So first, you plan an epic adventure, like you know, do something new, hike a mountain, learn a new language, take a solo trip and push your boundaries, create some new memories that are going to last you a lifetime. Another thing you can do is invest in yourself. Again, similar to learning a new language, you can take class, learn a new skill or finally get that thing you've been eyeing up you know, level up your knowledge and open doors to new possibilities for yourself. You can reconnect with your loved ones, throw a party, plan a weekend, get away or simply have meaningful conversations.

Speaker 1: 5:17

Strengthen the bonds that matter the most here. Give back to your community. You've been on this earth for good 30, certain years. Let's give something back, so volunteer your time, donate to a cause you care about or simply be kind to others. Make a positive impact on the world around you. Finally, do something you've always wanted to do write that book, start that business, paint that masterpiece. The time is now. It's not too late. Embrace your passions and chase your fucking dreams Now.

Speaker 1: 5:54

Remember your mid 30s are a time of growth, man, self discovery and endless possibilities. Just forget about the doubts and just embrace the journey and make the most of this incredible chapter Right now. That's all for me today. If you are in your mid 30s, you let me know what you're about to do and what you're focusing on currently, what your priorities are at the moment. And if you're not quite there yet and you're on your way to your mid 30s, well, let me know what plans you have to celebrate this milestone. Cos I'm telling you now, man, just enjoy yourself. Age is just the number, and don't let the societal pressures of where you're supposed to be in your 30s fuck your 30s up. Yeah, we spend our whole 20s. Some of us have a lot of fun. Some of us spend it all just trying to figure out who we are and what we're doing. Use your 30s, man, it's not too late. Use your 30s to get that all straightened out and enjoy yourself. Focus on you. Thank you very much for listening, guys. I'll see you on the next one.