Aging Gracefully

“You don't stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.”

― George Bernard Shaw

Aging gracefully, everyone has heard that term, especially reaching a certain age category, but what does it really mean? We all have our own ideas and thoughts, but how do we truly embrace the signs of aging and continue to power through life with dignity as we are faced with the complications old age brings?

"For some reason, our society is very obsessed with pointing out negative aspects of aging," says Susan Whitbourne, PhD, professor of psychology at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She is also the past president of the American Psychological Association's Division on Aging.

Yes, getting older is rife with emotional landmines, gerontologists say, including fears of losing one's independence or getting a serious illness.

Experts say the keys to successful aging include accepting change, finding meaningful activities and relationships.  It may not be easy, but attitude matters a lot.

We all have one thing in common and that is growing old, whether we like it or not.  We live in a time where there is so much out there to assist in stopping and reversing the aging process, you could go broke. Even with all the help you can get, it doesn’t’ change the fact that our mind believes were20 and our body being the voice of reason says otherwise.

Balance in ones life is so important, "Balance is key to everything. What we do, think, say, eat, feel, they all require awareness, and through awareness we can grow". - Kori Fresco.

This is just the start of what's to come. I will be discussing the importance of balancing all three, the mind, the body, and the spirit, in future posts. Until then "keep on keeping' on" - Joe Dirt. 

Peace and Love-
April