There’s this myth that your 30s are where dreams go to settle down. But what if they’re where the real magic begins? I Certainly Hope so!
I turned 30 in the last few weeks…
If you had asked me 5 years ago what I thought life would be like in my 30s, I probably would’ve painted a picture of structure: steady routines, house, good car, a respectable senior teaching job. Somewhere along the line, I assumed that magic—the kind that lives in wonder, spontaneity, deep connection, and possibility—was reserved for childhood or my twenties.
But here I am, fresh into this new decade, and I’ve never wanted to embrace the magical world and feeling more. I want to be successful in life and achieve beyond my hopes and dreams, I know magical things plays a huge part of that journey for me. I feel that there is more to life than what I am currently living and I am not being the person I know I can be.
Not fantasy. Not escape. But a kind of quiet, deliberate magic—the kind that makes life feel meaningful, lit from within. So I’ve decided: I want to live my 30s like a main character who is successful, determined and consistent. Trusting in myself, the universe and the process of becoming my version of successful.
The Wake-Up Call: My 20s Were a Wild Ride (and Not Always in a Good Way)
I spent most of my twenties chasing things—approval, goals, hustle, perfection, and people/things that weren’t always good for me. On paper, I was checking all the boxes. I got the degrees, the jobs. But beneath the surface, I was anxious, exhausted, and often unsure who I even was and if I was ever going to get the success that I deeply desired.
I kept waiting for life to feel like something. A moment when everything clicked. But that moment never really came.
I was achieving a lot—but nothing really felt right
The turning point came from being quiet, exploring my spirituality and connecting in my own way. Lots of things aligned at the same time and it overwhelmed me. I found myself truly accepting that I am not happy and that I am no where near where I want to be or the person I want to be.
What ‘Magical’ Means to Me Now
I used to think magic was reserved for fantasy novels or Pinterest boards. But now I realize it’s something I can create in my own way.. Magic is intention. Attention. Action. Resourcefulness. Trust. Success in the unnoticed. Manifestation is a big part of that.
For me, being magical in my 30s means three things:
🪞 1. Inner Magic: Trusting Myself Deeply
I’m learning to quiet the noise and come home to myself. That looks like:
- Listening to my intuition (even when it’s inconvenient)
- Saying no when I mean it
- Therapy, journaling, solo walks
- Holding space for my emotions instead of stuffing them down
🔮 2. Creative Magic: Letting Myself Play Again
I used to only create if it was “good” or “useful.” But not anymore.
- Express myself in different ways
- Stop caring what others may think about me and my choices
- Write, even if it’s messy and raw.
I’m letting my inner child lead more. He’s wiser than I thought.
🌿 3. Everyday Magic: Romanticizing the Ordinary
I’ve started treating everyday moments as sacred rituals.
- More present when I make tea.
- Play music when I clean.
- Leave my phone alone, to enjoy peace and quiet!
Magic lives in presence. And I’m finally slowing down enough to see it.
✨ Pause and reflect: What does “magic” mean to you now, in this chapter of life? Drop a comment—I’d love to know. ✨
Living Like I’m the Main Character
Here’s the thing: no one is coming to sprinkle magic on our lives. We make the magic, every day. And being magical doesn’t mean being perfect—it means being present, playful, and true to yourself.
This isn’t about aesthetics. This is about soul work. Re-enchanting the mundane. Taking back the narrative. Really being present and content with choices made and who we are choosing to be in that moment.
My 30s aren’t going to be quieter—they’re going to be deeper. More honest. More lit up. More mine. More successful!
I am more determined than ever to make this the best chapter of my life to date. There are so many things I have learnt about in my 20’s without actually implementing them… That changes.
My 30’s are going to be incredible and I am going to make the biggest success of myself. I would be so happy if others reading this are going on a similar journey/quest. If so, lets connect and see if we can’t support each other.
30’s, lets do this.
What Does Magic Look Like for You?
I’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re in your 30s, approaching them, or long past them—what does a magical life mean to you now?
💬 Drop a comment:
- What small magical habit have you added?
- What are you reclaiming in this season of your life?
If this resonated with you, please share it with a friend who needs a reminder that life doesn’t get less magical with age—it gets more intentional.
💫 Here’s to the decade of wonder. Let’s make it magical, together. Check out other posts here.
Stay Magical,
Jonathan 🙂
The Wand and Phoenix Team
www.wandandphoenix.com