#MenSpeak: Achieving Before Thirty
When I hit twenty-five, I couldn’t help but think about how rapidly I was approaching thirty. And with that feeling of life shifting into high gear, anxiety began to creep in.
When I hit twenty-five, I couldn’t help but think about how rapidly I was approaching thirty. And with that feeling of life shifting into high gear, anxiety began to creep in. Men in their forties and fifties often worry that if their vitality wanes, their life might lose its meaning. At twenty-eight, I’m already stressing over whether I’ll have a family or a successful career by thirty—otherwise, it feels like life is slipping away.
But suicide isn’t on my agenda. Society's pressure is a powerful force, and it messes with our minds in subtle ways. It turns out that men also catch the “achieve before thirty” bug, just like women. I know a guy who’s ready to marry despite a modest salary, simply because he feels the societal clock ticking.
Why is it that thirty is considered a deadline? Why do we let societal expectations dictate our personal milestones? Life isn’t a race; it’s about finding your path at your own pace.
Some people might rush into marriage without a stable career, while others focus on career but neglect relationships. But why should thirty be a cutoff? Why not embrace the idea that everyone has their own timeline?
Don’t let societal norms rush you. Balance and fulfillment come from within. Life isn’t about hitting a specific age with all boxes checked. It’s about finding your rhythm, enjoying the journey, and moving forward at your own pace. Embrace your path and let go of the pressure to meet arbitrary deadlines.
#MenSpeak: Achieving Before Thirty
When I hit twenty-five, I couldn’t help but think about how rapidly I was approaching thirty. And with that feeling of life shifting into high gear, anxiety began to creep in.
When I hit twenty-five, I couldn’t help but think about how rapidly I was approaching thirty. And with that feeling of life shifting into high gear, anxiety began to creep in. Men in their forties and fifties often worry that if their vitality wanes, their life might lose its meaning. At twenty-eight, I’m already stressing over whether I’ll have a family or a successful career by thirty—otherwise, it feels like life is slipping away.
But suicide isn’t on my agenda. Society's pressure is a powerful force, and it messes with our minds in subtle ways. It turns out that men also catch the “achieve before thirty” bug, just like women. I know a guy who’s ready to marry despite a modest salary, simply because he feels the societal clock ticking.
Why is it that thirty is considered a deadline? Why do we let societal expectations dictate our personal milestones? Life isn’t a race; it’s about finding your path at your own pace.
Some people might rush into marriage without a stable career, while others focus on career but neglect relationships. But why should thirty be a cutoff? Why not embrace the idea that everyone has their own timeline?
Don’t let societal norms rush you. Balance and fulfillment come from within. Life isn’t about hitting a specific age with all boxes checked. It’s about finding your rhythm, enjoying the journey, and moving forward at your own pace. Embrace your path and let go of the pressure to meet arbitrary deadlines.
