Which of these have you faced or are now facing?
◊ Illness. Aches and pains. Unwelcome changes in your body.
◊ Death of a spouse, a child, a parent, a dear friend, or other loved ones.
◊ Parents with serious physical or mental problems.
If you’re approaching or in your 60’s, you’ve likely dealt or are dealing with these or other difficulties.
Most days I write about how to make the most of your 60s. Today, I want to acknowledge the challenges that come with growing older.
Aging is definitely not for sissies.
Thoughts? What challenges are you facing? How are you dealing with them? Click on Comments below, scroll down to the form, and write away.
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See what you mean, though I am blessed to be in my sixties and not facing any of those challenges as challenges; my mother and best friend died, and more will. I had tears & sadness, but grieving is navigating the beautiful depths of life, and I keep them with me. I deal with body changes with yoga, swimming & walking, plus less food, more nutrition – so no aches & pains. Had a cancer scare – melanoma removed – made me more grateful for being here and alive, and more determined to live my potential. Perhaps it is a temporary period of grace, but I feel as if I’m getting younger rather than aging. My latest blog article is on this, titled Growing Younger. I’d love your comments as I feel our articles compliment each other. I’m ‘Baby boomer Girl Blog’ on Wordpress. Warm wishes from New Zealand
Hi, Radha! You are, indeed, blessed not to be facing these challenges. Good for you for taking good care of yourself and for living with gratitude and determination.
Most of the time I focus on the positive side here: on what we can do, on how to make the most of our lives. And I also want to recognize, acknowledge, and welcome those who are having challenges and struggles.
By the way, I’m sure other readers would like to know your secrets for looking younger as you age.
If you’d like to share, please do.