Since you’ve found your way to this blog, you’re likely a woman in the vicinity of 60.
The Downside
Perhaps you’re feeling apprehensive, troubled, or concerned about being 60. You might feel stuck in a life that’s no longer exciting to you and not seeing a future to really look forward to.
Sixty can be a bit jarring. There’s something about that number.
I understand.
Sixty was the first time I was ever bothered about my age. I even had a few moments wondering if I could hide or lie about my age. My reaction shocked me.
I thought 60 was old and I did not want to be old. Nor did I want anyone else to think I was old.
Our culture’s messages are so negative about aging. Especially for women. It’s not surprising that we fear becoming old, invisible, cast aside, unwanted, marginalized.
But life isn’t over at 60.
The best is not behind you.
I’m not saying la la, no problem, everything is great, you’re going to live forever, nothing will change.
There is inner work to be done, stuff to face and deal with. There are changes ahead that may be challenging.
And there’s hope and possibility.
You can still have peace of mind, joy, and purpose. You can still live the full, wonderful life you desire.
If this appeals to you, I hope you’ll stick around and become part of this village of women who want to create lives they love in their 60s and beyond.
What about you? Click on Comments below, scroll down, and write away. Tell us about your experience of approaching or turning 60.
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I’m hoping the 60′s are the new 40′s
thank you for sharing
such wonderful info, and hope!!!
Deonna, thanks for uplifiting me with your appreciation. As you know, this blog is new terrain for me & I’m not always sure what I’m doing is helpful. So it’s nice to know it’s offering you some hope and inspiration. I’ll hope you’ll come back often.
Bonnie, congratulations on your new website and new focus.
I’m nowhere near 60 so I can’t comment on what that’;s like! I have at least 2 years to go!!
But I can relate to what you’re saying about getting older – suddenly I look in the mirror and wonder what happened – seems like I’ve been looking in the mirror every day forever but not really seeing myself. How did that happen?
I look forward to checking in to see what awaits me in some far off time when I get to 60 – meanwhile I’ll savor the last of my 50′s!!
Love, Vicky
Let’s learn about blogging together! You took me
And
back to the first time I felt OLD. My friend and I
were looking for a venue for her son’s wedding
reception. Two handsome men stopped and held the
door open for us and we both had the same feeling –
Did they do that because we are hot chicks OR did
they do it because we were their “elders?”
also reminded me of how people used to be shocked when
I told them how old my daughter was (20 yrs younger)..
and then came the time when I would tell them and their
response was a mere “Oh, that’s nice” attitude.
Very strange that I feel 30 and “I” can’t believe I
have a daughter who is 41. How did that happen?
So nice to know that we are all in this together.
We’ll just continue being “women of power!”
Just had to weigh in. After reading your most recent email I decided to enter your blogosphere. And thanks for getting me up and rolling. However, I am wondering why it takes a village to get us to transition to our “Third Chapter” as one writer from Harvard calls it. Hmm, a village. In the past year I also stumbeld upon the factoid that the new way to live is referred to as beehiving. Hmmmm. Comments?
Hi, Ann! Thanks for stopping by. And for making comments as well. I don’t think a village is required for the 3rd chapter transition. And some support, validation, connection with others seems very helpful.
I’d been talking of it as creating “community” around Savoring Your Sixties. Then I heard someone talk about on-line “villages” & that word caught my attention. Village. Community. Whatever you call it, people with whom to share our experience, strength, and hope can make a big difference. Your thoughts?
And what is a “beehive” way of living?
Hi, Karen! Good to see you here. As usual, you’ve got good stories to tell. Wonder what 60 is supposed to feel like? I agree it’s nice to “be in this together.” As I’ve talked with others about the dreaded 60 in the last year, it has helped take the sting out of it. Not that I’m completely at peace yet with 60. Anyway, here’s to continuing as “women of power.”
Vicky, thanks for coming by for a visit. I so appreciate your support & encouragement. Even if you’re just a youngster!
Savor the last of your 50′s, for sure! I loved my 50′s (and still do) but in about 3 weeks the numbers starting with 5 will be over for me.
I truly enjoyed this post. I turned 60 summer of 2008,yet do not look or feel that old.
Though my friends who are about 4 years younger are bent on classifying me as a senior citizen.
However, I am thankful for this cite for the mere fact that those of us in our 60′s can help each other feel good
about themselves with no strings attached. so continue the good work.
Hi, Monique! I’m glad you enjoyed the post. I’d love for this to be a place you, I, and others can “help each other feel good about ourselves” and our lives. I’ll do my best to keep up “the good work” & that will be much easier if you & other women like you will join me in doing this.