We are ‘happiest in life’ at the age of 36

Your 30s are set to be the best decade of your life, according to a new study which found that we are happiest when we hit 36 years old. A survey of 2,027 UK adults, carried out by One4all Gift Cards, has found that the age at which we are most happy with our lives is 36. So you don’t need to worry about turning 30 any more – because things will only get better.

According to the data, the average Brit has already ticked off a range of key adulthood milestones by 36 – and in fact, it shows that your late 20s and early 30s are a time to look forward to, due to the number of special occasions and achievements that are taking place in the average adult’s life.

On average, at age 29, Brits tend to get engaged, buy their first car and are feeling at the peak of their physical health.

At 30, they are likely to be having their first baby, while at 31 they are getting married.

At 32, the average UK adult buys their first house, while people tend to feel happiest with their romantic relationship or love life by the age of 33.

35 is the age of feeling happiest in your career, it’s also the age you’re likely to have the very highest self-confidence and feel happiest with your social circles and friendships.

Aged 36, Brits are not only happiest with their life overall – but also most satisfied with their family life, too.

The data also shows that there is plenty to celebrate in the following decade, too – with your 40s seemingly representing the decade of security. British adults report feeling the happiest in terms of their home and assets and their financial situations at 41 and 42 respectively.

The research further revealed what Brits look forward to most about their birthday celebrations, with spending time with family and friends (45%), receiving presents (41%) and receiving birthday messag es (34%) appearing top of the list.

‘Traditionally it’s ages like 16, 18, 21 and the big decade milestone ages – like 40, 60, 80, etc – which get celebrated the most,’ says Aoife Davey, senior marketing director at One4all Gift Cards. ‘But this data shows just how much the average British adult has to celebrate in other years, which we may be missing out on by not “going big” on these birthdays.

‘The turning of any new age is a reason to celebrate – and we should always strive to do so – and do so for others – especially in years in which we see remarkable personal achievements or big, positive changes in our lives. ‘It’s been a challenging year, and with so many people being unable to celebrate their birthday in person with loved ones, it’s important to help friends and family mark the occasion and remember what there is to look forward to.’

Ref: Metro