10 Things I’ve Learned Since College

Being an adult is weird, man.

I should start by saying that I graduated from college young. I was 20, about a month shy of turning 21, and am now 33. So when say between college and now, it’s actually a bit over 12 years, and covers all of my 20’s and into my early 30's.

Now firmly ensconced in my “early 30's,” I feel like I have some knowledge I can cram into your brain. Whether you like it or not!

I love being 33. Just like I loved being 9, 17, 23, 27, and everything in between, and will adore being 35, 43, 57, and so on.

The reality of life: We either age, or we die. Those are literally the ONLY two options. So, you can either enjoy getting older or age up kicking and screaming. Might as well enjoy the process.

I choose to enjoy and anticipate getting older and the new experiences each year brings. I choose to hold on to my mostly-unflappable optimism and embrace the new years, instead of kicking my heels or feeling old at being over 30. Feeling old is silly anyway. You’re either old or you’re not, but I’d certainly rather be old and loved and surrounded by life and family than the alternative! Besides, old people can be retired and travel more and say whatever they want with no fear of reprisal. I think being old is going to be AMAZING.