Big Goals For My 30s To Positively Change My Life

I don’t know about you, but I reached a lot of goals in my 20s. Some were purposefully and some were just “lucky” (if you believe in luck, of course). Now that I’m moving along past my 20s, my goals for my 30s are much more intentional.

I know what I want and I know what I have to do to achieve them. Sure, I’m all for any “lucky” goals I may stumble into – who would complain about that?! But there are some goals that I have that I have either already reached, am working on, or plan on reaching this decade.

Big Goals For A Big Life In My 30s

Keep in mind that everyone has different life situations and everyone has different goals. Just because these are my goals for my 30s doesn’t mean they have to be yours, too. But hey, if we do have any goals aligned, it’s nice to meet you and be on this 30-something journey, together.

Buy A House

I am very fortunate that I was able to save and purchase a condo during my 20s. That was a really big feat for me, and I am so glad I was able to make it happen. But now that I’m married, the one-bedroom I had bought is definitely not big enough for the two of us, especially on the days we both work from home.

Whereas I’m already grateful to be a homeowner, one of my big goals for my 30s is to buy a house-house that’s larger than the 800 square feet I currently live in. I can confidently say that this goal is currently been worked on and (fingers crossed!) looks like it’ll be happening.

Start A Family

I know children aren’t for everyone, but I know that I’ve always wanted to be a mom. My mother had me in her early 30s, so I always assumed I would start my family around the same time. Now I am approaching starting a family as one of my goals for my 30s.

Kudos to all the 20-something moms out there, but I definitely wanted to be a 30-something mom. I personally just feel more stable and ready for children now than I did in my 20s.

Grow In My Career

Even in the almost decade I have been working, I have seen the progression in my career. Is my goal to be CEO one day? Probably not (but hey, you never know what’s going to happen!). But I do want to continue to progress in my career and learn and grow.

I’ve already noticed that I am more confident at work in my 30s than in my 20s, and I am sure that this confidence will continue to grow – that’s one of my goals for my 30s, too! Plus, with the cost of living continuing to go up, increasing my salary yearly is a great help, too.

Take My Health Seriously

Let’s be honest, when we’re in our 20s, we think we are invincible. At least I did. Sure, I went for my yearly physical and I exercised here and there, but what else did I need to do?

Now that I’m in my 30s, my mindset has changed and I want to take my health more seriously and be on top of things. I’m exercising not as a form to lose weight, but as a way to keep my body active and moving as much as I can. I’m taking vitamins every day and drinking more water.

I’ve started a better skincare routine and make sure that I have SPF on daily. I’ve learned that there’s much more to health than just going to the doctor, and actively remembering and working towards this is a goal for this decade.

Setting Better Boundaries

Sure, in your 20s, you are an adult. But do many of us really feel like that? I know I still felt like a kid many times, listening to the actual adults and needing to do “what was right” even if I didn’t want to.

Now that I feel more of an adult and am beginning to start my own family, I’m done doing “what is right.” Don’t get me wrong – I know right from wrong. But I’m going to be putting my family first, always.

I’m not going to put something in a toxic situation because I have to – and let’s be real, we’ve all been forced to. Therefore, one of my goals for my 30s is to set better boundaries, and it’s one I am going to continue to work on.

Speaking of setting better boundaries, I’d be remised if I didn’t also share that I want to set better work-life boundaries. I don’t know about you, but when I was first starting out in my career, I felt guilty for missing or declining a call. I’d even feel guilty for not getting to work early or staying on later.

I’m dedicated to my work and will get what needs to be done, don’t get me wrong. But I’m prioritizing work-life balance. I’m going to set better work boundaries, because I know my personal family life is the most important thing and needs to come first.

Buy A Second House

Yes, this is lofty as one of my goals for my 30s for sure, but shoot for the moon, right?! Growing up and living in an urban area, I always knew that I wanted a second home one day by the beach. A place I could go to in the summer and take my (future) family with me. It’s like having the best of both worlds.

Now that I am actively working on a first, main home, the thoughts of having a second, “summer” home are definitely strongly there in the back of my mind. This is totally a 7-10 year goal, but if I could make it happen by the end of my 30s, that would be pretty incredible in my book.

Have Fun!

You may not think this is a “real” goal, but why not?! I plan on making my 30s fun. There’s such a big stereotype that your youth is over when you leave your 20s, but why does it have to be? Sure, this chapter of my life looks different, but that doesn’t make it any less fun.

Final Thoughts On The Bold Goals For My 30s

Some of these may be typical goals for someone in their 30s or could even be goals some people would never work towards in their lifetime. I’m excited for the years ahead and setting goals for my 30s like these that align with my values and desires means creating a more positive life.

What goals will you try to achieve in your 30s? Maybe your 30s look a lot different from your 20s and it’s time to revitalize your approach. Either way, we wish you the best and hope for a fulfilling journey for you as well!

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