EP 74: Are We... Old Now?

What does 42 actually look like? According to Carla and Dex... it's acupuncture appointments, spending way too much money on skincare, arguing about hot dogs for ten minutes, refusing to go anywhere that starts after 8 PM, and finally realizing that peace is worth protecting. This birthday episode starts with laughs but quickly turns into one of those conversations that sneaks up on you. The hosts talk about aging, health, dating, friendships, boundaries, money, career decisions, and the freedom that comes from finally knowing who you are. They compare what excited them in their twenties versus what brings them joy now, debate whether dating gets easier or harder with age, and imagine what they hope life looks like forty years from now. It's funny. It's honest. And it's the kind of conversation that reminds you getting older doesn't mean becoming less you just become more yourself. In This Episode Why getting older feels more freeing than scary The wellness habits they're actually investing in now The surprising things that become exciting in your late 30s and 40s Dating standards that change with age Why boundaries get easier the older you get Spending money on health vs. spending money on everything else Career advice they wish they had followed sooner The future they're intentionally building—not just hoping for What peace looks like in this season of life Plenty of laughs about birthdays, hot dogs, Botox, and why nobody wants plans that start after 8 PM Memorable Moments The birthday conversation that turns into a reflection on aging. A hilarious debate over the "right" way to eat a hot dog. Why morning routines have become sacred. The reality of dating when you actually know what you want. Imagining life 40 years from now—and what really matters by then.     CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: CARLA WILMARIS | DEX 📱INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thesowhatnowpodcast/ 📱TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesowhatnowpod 🎙ADVERTISE WITH US: https://www.sowhatnowpod.com/   Rate, Review & Follow UsIf you laughed, felt seen, or screamed "same," take 30 seconds to rate and review the show. ⭐ Scroll to the bottom of our Apple Podcasts page ⭐ Tap to rate 5 stars ⭐ Hit "Write a Review" and tell us what you loved most Your support keeps this going—and we read every word.