30s: The Era of Deep Conversations and Longer Hugs

If you told me ten years ago that I would cherish a lingering hug over a wild night out, I’d probably have laughed in disbelief. But, oh, how times have changed. Diving into my 30s felt like wading into the still waters after navigating the turbulent waves of my 20s. And while the sun might have set on my reckless youth, it rose with a promise of deeper connections, genuine conversations, and yes, longer hugs. Remember those nights when I’d dance away till dawn, caring about nothing more than the next song on the DJ’s playlist? They seem like scenes from a movie starring a younger version of me, a version unacquainted with the beautiful calm of today. The irony is that in that whirlwind of late nights and louder music, I often found myself feeling alone, even when surrounded by a sea of faces. In my 30s, I’ve traded those loud club beats for the melodic tunes of heartfelt conversations. The background noise of those clubs couldn’t drown out my own inner voice, always questioning, “Is this it?” <h1>Embracing the Real Me</h1> If there’s one thing this decade has brought me, it’s clarity. The 30s have been like a magnifying glass, helping me zoom in on who I truly am and what I genuinely desire. It’s the era where I’ve felt most me. <a href="https://medium.com/@thenathanchen/30s-the-era-of-deep-conversations-and-longer-hugs-62298f35baa9">Website</a>