Rewriting the Rules: 5 Reasons to get married in your 30s

5 Legitimate reasons to get married in your 30s

ashley

18 Sep 2017

updated the 19 September 2017 à 16:45

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You know what to look for
At 30, your arsenal of wisdom and experience has doubled. With your fair share of lovers and heartbreak under your belt, you'd have a more discernible view on your taste in men. No longer do you fall for the cliche bad boys your mum used to warn you about in high school! Therefore, with age, comes a more clearer picture of what you desire and look for in a potential partner, hence saving you all the heartache for falling for the wrong guy!
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You more time for self-growth
With age comes maturity. This is undoubtedly so. Unlike graduates fresh out of school, on the cusp of adulthood, older ladies have had a headstart when it comes to careers and financial planning. Since they've been in the adult arena longer than young adults, they've experienced crucial life developments that shape a person, like living alone, or earning your first promotion
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You have more time to achieve your goals
Whether it's that impulsive road trip you've been dying to go far, or that idea you've been toying with to create a novel, goals are meant for you to reach higher and push boundaries. Unfortunately, marriage and children sometimes get in the way of what we want. Your 20s are meant for you to chase those outlandish dreams and to enjoy yourself! So why the hurry to settle down?
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You are more secure
Money has been listed as one of the most common reasons for high divorce rates these days. When you marry at a young age, you have little knowledge in making sound financial decisions, not to mention your career would still be in the early developmental stages. However, at 30, you would've had more time to build connections and gain a foothold in regards to your career and finances
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You become more grateful
Being single in your 20s while all your friends are walking down the aisle and starting a family may seem bleak at the start. But once you find that special man, you start to appreciate the warm hugs, chaste kisses and secret smiles you share with your loved one even more. Waiting for the right one makes things all the more sweet in the long run as it reminds you that you're glad for waiting!

Here are 5 reasons why getting married in your 30s is not such a bad idea after all.

One thing is for sure: as women, we feel an immense social pressure to tie the knot, regardless of whether we are a) ready or b) want to. This something that starts becoming very apparent the moment you’re past your swinging mid-twenties. (If that’s part of the reason why you dread those Christmas or Chinese New Year family gatherings and the intrusive relatives that come with it, trust us; you’re not alone).

Studies have surfaced that more women are waiting longer to tie the knot today – something that holds true even here in Asia. In fact, the 2017 General Household Survey in Singapore reveals that 70% of Singaporeans in their mid- to late 20s are opting to stay single, with most prioritising their career above marriage. This is a markedly sharp rise from 50% only 15 years ago.

While there are critics who still champion the perks of marrying young, there are undeniable benefits to marrying later in your 30s. Armed with more experience, knowledge and wisdom, marrying in your 30s gives you better perspective in making informed decisions on something as life-changing as marriage. If you’re on the fence about whether marrying in your 30s is right for you, browse through our 5 legitimate reasons why we think getting hitched in your 30s may not be such a bad idea after all.

Ashley Anand

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