as one approaches the milestone of turning 30, it can be a reflective time where one may take stock of what they have accomplished and what they would like to achieve in the future. whether you have a decade or a mere few weeks left before reaching this significant age, creating a bucket list of experiences and goals to accomplish before the big 3-0 can be a valuable exercise in personal growth and self-discovery.

here are 30 suggestions to consider adding to your list:

1. travel solo, even if you are in a relationship, as it can be an incredibly rewarding and transformative experience.
2. take a class to learn a new skill, whether it be pottery or pole dancing.
3. master at least three dishes in the kitchen and learn how to mix three cocktails without having to panic-google the recipe.
4. sign up for a half marathon, or simply walk it, as it can be an excellent way to challenge yourself and achieve a fitness goal.
5. go skinny dipping and embrace the liberating feeling of being in your own skin.
6. learn another language, or at least master the basics such as "hello," "thank you," and "do you have a phone charger?"
7. learn how to read a wine list and impress your friends and future suitors forevermore.
8. throw yourself a birthday party because, as they say, if you want something done right, do it yourself.
9. get private health insurance, as not having hospital cover by the age of 31 may result in a loading fee when you finally do sign up.
10. consolidate and start making contributions to your superannuation, as future you will thank you.
11. invest in a high-quality bag that you can carry every day.
12. take a grown-up weekend away with friends, even if it ends up involving excessive wine consumption.
13. go camping, not glamping, and learn to set up your tent and brave the mozzies.
14. learn to meditate and find inner peace.
15. educate yourself about politics and understand the difference between the senate and a socialist.
16. embark on a road trip, whether solo, with your partner, or your best mates.
17. pay off your credit card, personal loan, or hecs debt and enjoy the priceless feeling of financial freedom.
18. treat yourself to a fancy dining experience as a reward for your hard work and achievements.
19. volunteer regularly for a cause you believe in.
20. live abroad, even if only for the opportunity to meet hot foreign strangers.
21. read some classic literature, including works by charlotte and emily brontë, jane austen, virginia woolf, maya angelou, joan didion, and anais nin.
22. take control of your sexual health by finding the right birth control for you and making time for regular std checks.
23. do something that scares you, whether it be swimming with sharks, skydiving, or simply going to the top of a tall building if heights freak you out.
24. ask for a pay rise, especially if you feel undervalued or underpaid.
25. save money and cultivate financial freedom, which can enable you to experience fun things like holidays, cars, and pets.
26. find a mentor in your workplace or industry and learn from their experience and expertise.
27. start and finish an educational course, whether it be completing your university degree or upskilling in a new area like coding.
28. discover your preferred form of exercise and make it a regular part of your routine.
29. learn to ask for what you want in bed and embrace your sexuality.
30. lake your health seriously and prioritize self-care, because if you don't, who will?

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while this list is by no means exhaustive