At 29, I Thought I Was Running Out of Time—Here’s Why 39 Is My New ‘Just Getting Started
If you’d told me at 29 that life was just warming up, I probably would’ve rolled my eyes and panicked about needing to “make it” before I was 30. Back then, I was racing against some imaginary clock, thinking every opportunity was slipping by, every dream had an expiration date, and my window to do all the things was basically slamming shut. The funny thing is, now at 39, I know better: the real glow-up isn’t just about what you’ve done; it’s about knowing what’s still possible. Life? It’s about to begin, baby!
Why We Feel “Too Old” So Young (And Why That’s Total Nonsense)
We’ve all heard the noise that tells us we have to “arrive” by 30 (or 35, or some other random deadline). Society loves to remind us that we’re running out of time. But here’s the thing: life doesn’t come with a manual or a set timeline. Maybe at 29, I thought I was supposed to have it all figured out, that “making it” was this finish line I had to sprint toward. But in reality? That’s just not how things work.
The truth is, every year we learn a little more about what matters to us and what doesn’t. And while some things fade away, others come into sharper focus. It’s like we’re constantly in this beautiful evolution, peeling back the layers to find out what we really want.
Why 39 (And Beyond) Is When the Real Fun Begins ✨
You know what’s underrated? Getting older. Yep, I said it. Older, wiser, and all that. The closer you get to knowing yourself, the more you realize that age doesn’t limit you; it actually frees you. Instead of feeling pressure to meet everyone else’s expectations, you start to tune in to what truly makes you happy. And that’s where the real magic happens. You stop worrying about ticking boxes and start writing your own rules.
At 39, I feel like life is only just getting started. The pressures of trying to prove myself have mellowed, and now I have space to focus on what feels real and aligned.
You’re Never “Too Old”—and It’s Never “Too Late”
Here’s what I want you to know: you’re not too old, and it’s not too late. That version of you who thought they had to have it all figured out by some arbitrary deadline? Let them go. Wherever you are in life, know that it’s a starting point, not a dead end. Your best days? They’re ahead of you.
If this resonates with you, know you’re not alone. We all have those moments of self-doubt, of feeling like we’re falling behind. But the truth is, life doesn’t wait for us to “arrive.” It’s happening right now, and there’s so much to look forward to.
So Here’s the Deal
Whether you’re 29, 39, or 59, know that this moment is just the beginning. You’re growing, learning, and becoming the person you’re meant to be—at your own pace. Life doesn’t have a finish line. It’s a journey, and the adventure is just getting started.
