For the past few years, I really thought I would be okay with turning 40. Now as it creeps up, I am feeling a little more anxious about it than I thought.
It is coming and there is nothing I can do to stop it. When my parents turned 40 they were called over the hill. Do people still say that anymore?
Is it odd that I am almost 40 and I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up? Looks like part of turning 40 is looking back and looking forward simultaneously.
When I was in high school I wanted to become an event planner and work in a museum.
It turned out a little different from that. I am proud of all of it, but I can feel in my bones that it is time for something new.
I want:
to be in a position to inspire people who want to be inspired
be a champion for people who need a push
work with women that want to find their self-worth
teach others to take care of their whole-selves
inspire others to crave knowledge
feed people maybe literally and definitely figuratively
be my own boss
I can’t own someone else’s message any longer. I want to call the shots. I feel so vulnerable saying this, I have started taking the first steps to make this a reality. I have that electric feeling of being simultaneously scared and excited. That feel where the only word you can use to describe it is supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
I will be launching my work with me page soon and I am excited to see what this new chapter looks like. If you want to come along for the ride, and be the first to find out new info, sign up for the monthly newsletter that starts in September.
Have you started your own business? What do you wish someone told you? Have you turned 40? What do you wish you knew before 40?
I’m excited to see what you are up to! I have a couple years to go before 40 and will admit it’s making me nervous:)
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It is a weird milestone for sure! I fell like it is going to be a lot of good stuff to come. I am so excited.
tammi@northoftabor says
I’m already inspired by your list alone. I’ll be along for the new ride, too!
Thanks! Be happy to have you along for the ride. Got some fun stuff I hope. Question for you what keeps you coming to the blog?
tammi@northoftabor says
I like your cooking, recipes and posts about Whole 30. I like your personality and voice on the blog. I like that I can identify with you on being introverted, having lived in the Bay area and age (I’m 38). I find you interesting!
Thanks that is sweet and helpful!
Diane says
Excited for you and all that is ahead in your 40’s. With Nico getting older I am at a crossroads of going back to what I used to do or what my next career will be. You are never to old to recreate yourself right?
And bite your tongue… 40 is not over the hill
Never too old! Martha Stewart was 41 when she wrote her first book so I figure we are in my prime! I am excited to do something new. Can’t wait to see what you come up with too.