Vicky Pattison has marked her 34th birthday with an honest social media post celebrating the ageing process and rejecting the toxic traits of her 20s. The reality star, known for her role on Geordie Shore, shared a make-up free selfie on Instagram and reflected on her changing body and outlook on life.
In her lengthy message, Pattison admitted she once thought she would have it all figured out by her 30s, but now realises that life does not always go to plan. She wrote: 'I remember thinking your 30’s were sooooo old when I was younger... which of course I absolutely do not.' She encouraged her followers to trust the timeline of their lives.
The star specifically addressed her physical changes, stating she no longer has the skin or stamina of a 20-year-old but now possesses experience, acceptance and self-kindness. 'I’ve wasted days wishing my body was different, and I’ve laid awake nights worrying over the things I don’t have yet,' she wrote, adding that growing older is a gift.
Pattison also urged others to reject societal pressures, saying: 'Getting married in your 30’s is still beautiful, having kids in your 40’s is still a blessing and working out what you’re really passionate about in your 50’s is still a powerful move.' She ended with a toast to 'growing older somewhat disgracefully'.
