project30somethings

Thank you for your interest in Project 30Somethings! We understand that figuring out where to start can sometimes be a difficult task. So, we've complied a list of questions that will guide you through the process of documenting this time in your 30s. Feel free to answer some or all of the questions — whatever you are connecting with and feel compelled to answer. Don't feel pressure to overthink or over edit; we love long answers and welcome imperfections.

We encourage you to upload a photograph along with your submission. Photos should convey how you feel at this moment in your 30s and/or support the words included in your submission. We are looking for raw, real and unedited. We also want to remind you that this project is still as anonymous as you want it to be. Submissions without a name (or first initial only) are perfectly acceptable. Feel like sharing a piece of original artwork instead of a photo? That works too.

*This form is accessible on mobile, but is easiest to complete on desktop*

Don't overthink. Overshare.

With Love,
Anna & Courtney

PS: This project was born out of curiosity.

Upload a photo or artwork

When we are young, we tend to imagine life as a grown-up. Is life now what you had imagined? How is it similar? How is it different?

How has your definition of a woman changed over your lifetime? What does it mean to you at this stage of your 30s?

If this is a time capsule (and it is), what thought do you want to leave here for your future self?

Have you identified any patterns in your life that you are working to overcome in your 30s?

Are there any morals and/or traditions that no longer seem valued by our generation, that you wish we had held onto?

What was the greatest lesson you've learned in your 30s?

What are your thoughts on motherhood?

I’d like my submission to be considered for use in the 30Somethings Project. I grant Anna Kasnyik and Courtney McMahon and your publishers, their licensees and assigns the right to use my submission throughout the world in all formats of the project, including website, book, productions and promotions.

I confirm that I am over 18 years old, and that I exclusively own all rights including copyright in my submission and that the submission I have provided is truthful and accurate. I acknowledge that you and your publishers are not obligated to use my Story, or to give me compensation for any use or reference to my submission in the book.

I consent to editing, condensing and excerpting of my submission as necessary. I further consent to your collection, storage and use of my personal information (name, contact information, and other personal details).

Thanks for submitting!