Here are few more lessons that I have learned along the way:
30 by 31, Lesson # 16: Take smaller steps. There is nothing wrong with taking small steps to get to the bigger goal. I have learned to see the power in smaller steps rather than always wanting to take large leaps.
30 by 31, Lesson # 17: Balance idealism with a bit of realism. I spent much of my twenties biting off more than I could chew, which led to lots of frustration and overwhelm. I am no less ambitious, but now I temper it with what I have learned in the past and by taking a honest look at the kind of effort I can put into a project, whether for myself or someone else.
30 by 31, Lesson #18: Practice self-patience. Many times when I felt like nothing was happening or that I wasn’t taking big enough action, I turned out to be wrong. All the steps matter. As Danielle LaPorte says, “Everything is Progress.” Patience reminds of that day in and day out.
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What is 30 by 31 all about? I turn 31 next month, and want to reflect on my first year as a thirtysomething. Follow my journey here as I post my 30 by 31 lessons.
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