We asked 13 women aged 80 and over to tell us what they want all women in their 30s to know. From relationships to careers, here's what they said.

14 women aged 80 and over their their best advice 

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“Be the best that you can be – and ignore glass ceilings” 

“Grabbing good luck is as important as avoiding bad luck” 

“You might feel pressure to focus on a spouse – don’t!” 

My friendships have been a wellspring of creativity

“Inspiring, supportive and truthful friends will fuel you” 

“Women in their 30s tend to want to please the world. I know I did” 

“Know that your words can have impact” 

“You can’t make someone behave how you want them to” 

Don’t be scared; make the most of every day

“Lifelong learning keeps you curious, engaged and fulfilled” 

“Not all of us are lucky enough to live to my age, so embrace it” 

“I loved both my husband and my partner deeply – find love and cherish it” 

“I had a good life because I did something about it” 

“Remember that everyone makes mistakes at some point in life” 

“Life is about letting go of fear, because fear holds you back”

“I had a good life because I did something about it.” 