About 20andBeyond

Welcome to 20andBeyond

20andBeyond is a guide for navigating the wild, wonderful, and sometimes weird years of your twenties—and what comes after. This is a space for figuring things out without pretending you already have.

From career confusion to identity shifts, financial firsts to personal reinventions, we explore the real-life stuff no one teaches you in school. Expect honest stories, smart strategies, and grounded advice on adulting, growth, and carving your own path.

Because being in your twenties isn’t just about surviving — it’s about becoming.

At 20andBeyond, we believe your twenties aren’t a detour. They’re the beginning of everything.

Meet the Author: Jorren Vale

Jorren Vale is the curious mind behind 20andBeyond. A former brand strategist turned full-time writer and mentor, Jorren built this platform after realizing how many twenty-somethings felt lost in a world of filtered advice and impossible expectations.

After quitting a job that looked great on paper and backpacking solo for a year, Jorren returned with a new purpose: to create real conversations about growth, uncertainty, and self-discovery in early adulthood.

His writing blends reflection with practical tools—no fluff, no perfection, just a voice that understands what it’s like to feel stuck and still believe in your future. When not writing, Jorren is exploring new cities, playing indie music on repeat, and slowly learning to cook something other than pasta.

“You don’t need a blueprint to build your life. Just a foundation of intention.” — Jorren Vale