Listening to the radio this morning on my way into work, they listed the 8 friends you should have before you turn 30. This gave me an idea for my weekly blog. Here are, in my opinion, the 5 things you need before you are 30. Keep in mind that I am, not as of yet, 30 so take my opinion with a grain of salt. I actually think these are 5 things you need even if you are older than 30. Since I am not yet 30- I have a couple more years to work on my five things. Ok here we go:
First you need to have a Good Friend or friends. Someone or some ones who encompasses all the 8 friends you should have before you are 30. Someone who will help you figure out what to wear to your business dinners, someone to help you paint your bedroom, someone that’s up for anything, someone to hit the spin classes with, someone you can vent to, someone who can teach you things, someone who will travel with you, and someone to hit the local scene with. For me all 8 of these people can be found in, my husband, my mother, and my girl friends Sarah & Lindsay. Between the four of them I can always find a shoulder to lean on, an opinion, advice, and a fun time. My support circle might be small but it is solid. I also try to be these 8 important friends to them. They let me be who I am and enjoy what I do. They are a must have before you are 30.
Second you need to have Your Own Place. We are seeing a greater trend of people who continue to live with their parents even after college, but to truly discover who you are as a person you need to be on your own. For me my home is my sanctuary. It’s the place that at the end of the day I want to be. It’s my happy place. It’s my safe place. It’s the place where I can be cranky, or creative, or relaxed. Everyone needs to create their own home… so before you are 30 you should move out! Now don’t get me wrong, I have strong ties to my parents… I actually live across the street from them… I don’t want to discredit family roots. They are important too but hopefully, if you are lucky, you established these long before 30.
Third you need to have a Positive Social Outlet. This is a place that gets you involved with other people, outside your family and pocket full of friends. Someplace that maybe pushes you to be involved in community, or religion, or a healthy lifestyle. For many this is an association, a church, or a gym. I have not yet found my Social Outlet. I am a bit anti-social by nature and often try and avoid social gatherings. This is a must have before 30 and even after. You want to stay relevant, engaging, and have substance beyond what you do for a living. Finding a positive way to spend some social time will give you this. I am in search of the right outlet for me. If you have suggestions please feel free to leave a comment.
Fourth you need a good Primary Care Doctor. As we get older our need for a doctor that knows us and understands how our unique body works is essential to quality medical care. When medical conditions arise we want someone who understands how we should be operating as a human being, and knows how our body will react. If you have a good primary care doctor, who you have been seeing regularly, they will know your history. Things like, family history, daily activity, and current medications will already be in their files. They will be able to recognize and diagnose problems sooner. This benefit can actually save your life. If you don’t already have a Primary Care Doctor, you need to establish one! A life important need before you are 30, a must have!
Finally fifth, you need a good Insurance Agent. I think it’s important to find an agent that you can trust. That, like your doctor, will know your history. As we get older and our life grows, we buy cars, homes, have children. Our needs for coverage will grow and change. You want someone who will be there to explain the complicated maze of insurance. The Virginia Farm Bureau has an office in over 100 counties in VA. In each office there is someone licensed and appointed in Life, Health & Property and Casualty insurances. As a company they are also committed to community. They fight the good fight for local farmers, and sponsor initiatives like Save Our Food. When you buy insurance from the Virginia Farm Bureau you are not just spending money on insurance companies, you are investing in our local agriculture, and helping promote Safe, Fresh & Locally grown food.
Now that you are ready for your 30th birthday, the rest is just cake! Happy Birthday Everyone! :-)
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