Your 30s are a time to go for it (or not)
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I posit that every modern, young-ish white collar professional hits some version of this inflection point. Itâs a point where you have of your âbasicsâ covered. Youâve reached the top of some hill you were mentally climbing only to see a much bigger, more difficult hill. It is at this moment you have to answer a life and career-defining question: Do I need more? Do I go for it?
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There is no ideal choice but there is a âwrongâ choice: Not choosing at all. The destructive thing to do is to limp along, zombie-like, banging your head against an invisible career ceiling, never fully committing. You will find yourself judging your self-worth by your career accomplishments but not actively exploring the changing dynamics of your career as you advance. You will spin in circles and be not be adapt at servicing your career or friends or family or health.
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The only mistake is trying to have all of your burners turned on, but only at half power while your mental image of yourself is one of a high achiever, yet you know in your soul youâre not making progress. This is to bear the downsides of both options with none of the upsides.
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This phase of your life requires making a decision, accepting the sacrifices of that decision, and enjoying the pursuit of whatever you decide. Because you chose it. Because you couldnât ever imagine choosing anything else. And that needs to be enough.