What happens when you turn 30 and your life looks nothing like the version you imagined in your twenties?
In this raw and honest solo episode, I reflect on the expectations I had for turning 30 — the career ladder, the house, the partner, the stability — and why none of that actually happened… and why that might be the best thing that ever happened to me.
Instead of following the traditional path, I found myself building a life around freedom, travel, creativity, and connection. From walking away from toxic stability, to starting over during a pandemic, to building community on a tiny island in Portugal — this is the story of how I’ve redefined success in my 30s.
If you're approaching 30, already there, or just feeling like your life isn't matching the timeline you expected — this episode is for you.
We talk about:
Letting go of the “perfect life” plan
Moving abroad and starting from scratch
Redefining what success means at 30
Celebrating the things we did figure out
Finding joy and alignment off the traditional path
💬 Let’s normalize not having it all figured out by 30 — and maybe even celebrate it.
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