There is something about turning 30 that changes you. And before you ask, yes, I am 28. Repeatedly. Consistently. Spiritually.

But here’s a thing about turning 30. You don’t become wiser overnight. You don’t suddenly understand taxes. Your knees may or may not start sounding different.

But what does change… is your tolerance.

And I’ve come to the conclusion that some things should simply be illegal after 30.

Not morally wrong.
Just… unacceptable.

Here goes…

1. Replying “k.”

You are a grown adult.

You have access to a full keyboard.
You have vowels. Consonants. Emojis and let’s add a whole degree or two as a bonus into the mix

And you choose violence.

“K.”

After 30, that is emotional terrorism.

2. Surprise Visits

Uyangaphi? Uyakobani? 

You knock.
No call.
No warning.

Now I’m standing there in my house clothes, mentally unprepared, wondering if I even have biscuits to offer you.

After 30, we schedule.
We respect notice periods.

3. Making Plans and Then Saying “Let’s See”

No no Nancy, you can’t do that. Especially without reason. 

We are too grown for “let’s see.”

Are we going?
Or are we not going?

My energy is precious. My outfit planning requires clarity.

5. Forwarding Chain Messages About Blessings

“If you don’t send this to 12 people, you will block your blessings.” Oh please Felicia!

At this little big age, I refuse to believe my destiny is being managed by WhatsApp forwards.

Respectfully.

6. Showing Up Empty-Handed to Someone’s House

You are no longer a student.

Even if it’s just juice.
Even if it’s just bread.
Even if it’s just sweets for the kids.

We arrive with something, okay? 

It’s not about wealth. It’s about intention.
And if you think I am lying, read what my #bff said here, https://nkosikwanelencube.com/youre-weird-for-not-giving-in-church/ 

7. Being Proud of Toxic Behaviour

After 30, “that’s just how I am” is not a personality trait.

Growth is free.

Therapy is optional but reflection is not.

You cannot still be bragging about being difficult.
Sibadala!

8. Playing Games in Relationships

We are tired.

If you like someone, say it.
If you don’t, say it.
If you are confused, stay at home.

After 30, clarity is attractive. Confusion is exhausting.
Happy to say this is not me though 😆 

9. Oversharing on Social Media in Real Time

Live-streaming your arguments.
Posting cryptic statuses every hour.
Updating us on every emotional shift.

After 30, some things deserve privacy.

Not everything needs an audience.

I can go on and on. 

Turning 30 doesn’t make you old.

It just makes you selective.

Selective with your time.
Selective with your energy.
Selective with your nonsense tolerance.

What would you add to the list?

Be honest, we just come up with a constitution here. 

Love & light 🧡