This is 43. And I’m feeling pretty good about things. I love being in my forties. I really do. I feel better about myself than I did when I was younger, and I’m on the path I want to be on.
However the hardest part about being in my forties is listening to friends and random people who are so stuck feeling bad about no longer being their twenties or thirties that they don’t realise how amazing their forties are. They just don't realise what they are missing. To me, the best part is yet to come.
So in celebration of my birthday, here are a few of the reasons it’s great to be 43 ;). Just hear me out ;)
I have had two decades to polish my craft, and I’m a better writer than I’ve ever been.
I also have found my voice as a blog writer; I know what I want to say and how I want to say it.
After years of wonky foundation lines and uneven lipstick, I have finally learned how to apply makeup (at least some basic one) :p
I’m no longer worried about what I’m going to do with my life. I know what I want and I am pretty much on the path I want to be on. Yes I am!
I’m through bouncing around trying to find a back-up career plan. (same old ;))
I spent my twenties and thirties trying to make myself dress like I thought other people wanted me to dress and failing miserably at it. Now I wear what I want, hell yeah!
I know exactly how much wine I can drink before getting a headache or a hangover.
I know how to manage my 'bad days' for the most part.
I know what colours and clothing styles look right on me and what is absolutely not flattering so I can avoid it.
I can finally speak up for myself if I need to.
I can decorate my living space as I want.
I’ve learned how to forgive myself for being imperfect (hear me, imperfect!!).
I’m better at admitting I was wrong and learning from it.
I’m not as intense. I don’t get very upset very often.
I’m better at controlling my environment and taking care of myself. I don’t have to feel guilty about saying 'no' to someone because I want to stay home and play with the dog or get my nails done.
I have come to accept what my body is like. I have to work really hard to manage my weight, I guess because of wacky genetics. (lol). My weight used to went up and down, but I know by now how to manage it and not feel terrible about myself.
I’m also not afraid to wear a swimsuit or a crop top in public because I realise I’m not here for anyone else’s benefit. If I feel good, I’m happy. I don’t need to worry about the effect my 'fat' rolls are having on people I don’t know. Who gives a damn!
I’ve perfected my handwriting, and I love it. It’s really amazing. Don't you agree?
Last but not least, I’m less afraid to try new things.
So, 43 is going to be a good year. In fact, it is going to be an amazing year. I’ve got big plans. Who knows, maybe I’ll write a book, take a vacation , get a tattoo. Maybe I’ll finally focus on getting better at speaking Italian or French. Maybe I’ll do crazy things. Many crazy things. Whatever I'll do, I know I will keep improving myself, pushing myself to the limits, limits that kick me out of comfort zone. Because I know this is 'the zone' that helped me grow and improve on so many levels.
And i know whatever I will be end up doing, I know things will only get better from here.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to ME 🎈
Until next time, S
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