At the thirty-eighth year of life, I can safely say that I no longer come under the slot of 'Young Adult'. . And I have to say this, it isn't as bad as I had assumed it to be. While in my teenage, I used to fear the term 'adulthood'. Every birthday, although a reason to celebrate, ended up with the sinking feeling that I am inching closer and closer to the most dreaded phase of my life.
But now, having reached this stage, I find that it has its own charm. For starters, one can choose their own norms for beauty, without feeling any 'peer' pressure. Some change their life-style, adopting modern trends, increasing visits to the parlour and trying to 'move on with the times'. Although there are some who do all these simply because they wish to, I don't deny that there are exceptions too who feel that they should put up a good fight against ageing and hence all the above tactics.
Then there are the others. They no longer feel the need to beautify themselves. They accept themselves for what they are and are quite comfortable with being their natural selves. Their wardrobe has more of 'comfort' wear than 'traditional' or 'modern' and fashion statements are the last thing on their minds.
Another good thing about being 'Almost-forty' - you can openly speak on all topics without cringing or hesitating. It is a good time for open discussions on topics otherwise forbidden in your childhood or teenage. I believe this is the age where more free thinkers come forth and speak their minds.
And once you reach this stage, you find that the fear of ageing evaporates with every given day. You take it in stride that time is passing. In fact, some even believe that life starts after forty. You have various options for your life-style now, you know. You can choose a healthy (albeit boring) life-style - eating healthy, exercising and the likes. Alternatively, you can decide to go out with a bang and do whatever you have always wanted to - eat without a care, party all night and just have fun. Go ahead, you have earned it!
But the best part of this time - your friends! Those who made it till your fortieth, no matter how early or late they came into your life - never, ever, let them go! These are the people that give a purpose to your life when all seems to be done. Of course, you still have the kids to take care of and a family to look after. But friends will make everything light and bright. And they always make for excellent company - whether you want a sombre evening or a party!
Really, the forties are all right. And when we reach 'Almost fifty' - let us meet again and discuss the pros - only the pros!
Another good thing about being 'Almost-forty' - you can openly speak on all topics without cringing or hesitating. It is a good time for open discussions on topics otherwise forbidden in your childhood or teenage. I believe this is the age where more free thinkers come forth and speak their minds.
And once you reach this stage, you find that the fear of ageing evaporates with every given day. You take it in stride that time is passing. In fact, some even believe that life starts after forty. You have various options for your life-style now, you know. You can choose a healthy (albeit boring) life-style - eating healthy, exercising and the likes. Alternatively, you can decide to go out with a bang and do whatever you have always wanted to - eat without a care, party all night and just have fun. Go ahead, you have earned it!
But the best part of this time - your friends! Those who made it till your fortieth, no matter how early or late they came into your life - never, ever, let them go! These are the people that give a purpose to your life when all seems to be done. Of course, you still have the kids to take care of and a family to look after. But friends will make everything light and bright. And they always make for excellent company - whether you want a sombre evening or a party!
Really, the forties are all right. And when we reach 'Almost fifty' - let us meet again and discuss the pros - only the pros!
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