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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