I related to your feelings of time running out on you when you're considering a change because of your age, and I'm 43, but I remember feeling that way even in my 30's. However, I can tell you, that my husband who has pivoted his career numerous times in his life, and will again I'm sure, has never once thought about how his appearance or age played into that decision. If age was or is considered, its only to measure what he's physically capable of. When I feel this negative thought eating away at me I often look towards role models that created something at a later age or time in life to reinforce the idea that it's never too late, no matter what age.
I relate to this so much. I’m only 26 but I feel like if I don’t succeed by the time I’m 30 then I have failed. Which is such an awful way to look at life. But society really makes us feel that we are only worthy while we are young. I’m trying to unlearn those things and focus on just being myself and doing the things I want to do, regardless of how long it takes me to do them.
Mariah, I loved this. It really hit home. I'm 28 and also about to start a new career, and my husband didn't seem to understand my worries when I told him I felt like I had an expiry date and soon I wouldn't be a desirable "shiny and new" candidate for this job. I almost feel ridiculous having these thoughts as I'm only 28, but at the same time I can't help it.
I related to your feelings of time running out on you when you're considering a change because of your age, and I'm 43, but I remember feeling that way even in my 30's. However, I can tell you, that my husband who has pivoted his career numerous times in his life, and will again I'm sure, has never once thought about how his appearance or age played into that decision. If age was or is considered, its only to measure what he's physically capable of. When I feel this negative thought eating away at me I often look towards role models that created something at a later age or time in life to reinforce the idea that it's never too late, no matter what age.
What a great read
I relate to this so much. I’m only 26 but I feel like if I don’t succeed by the time I’m 30 then I have failed. Which is such an awful way to look at life. But society really makes us feel that we are only worthy while we are young. I’m trying to unlearn those things and focus on just being myself and doing the things I want to do, regardless of how long it takes me to do them.
Mariah, I loved this. It really hit home. I'm 28 and also about to start a new career, and my husband didn't seem to understand my worries when I told him I felt like I had an expiry date and soon I wouldn't be a desirable "shiny and new" candidate for this job. I almost feel ridiculous having these thoughts as I'm only 28, but at the same time I can't help it.
brilliant piece!!