We all know that person who, when asked how old they are, respond with “Who cares! I still feel like I’m 25!” There really is some truth to the statement that you’re only as old as you feel. While aging is a natural and inevitable process, there are still things we can do to feel better and live more active, fulfilled and independent lives.
Enjoy Each Day
Life is unpredictable. While chances of mortality increase as we get older, death can happen anytime. Accidents, being at the wrong place at the wrong time and sudden illnesses can happen out of nowhere and limit our days here on earth.
Whether a young kid or an older adult, enjoying each day is so important. Find beauty in the little things, do stuff that makes you laugh and smile and surround yourself with good people. Live in the present and don’t let the past tie you down.
Don’t Let Age Be an Excuse
Never think you’re too old to do something.
Normally it is our minds that limit our capabilities, not our age or our bodies.
Try something mentally engaging, like learning how to use a computer or smartphone. Join a local organization and learn how to swing and ballroom dance. The possibilities are endless. The only limits we have are the ones our mind places on us.
Move, Move, Move
The less we move, the harder moving becomes. Make sure to always stay active. Go to your local shopping center and take laps around the mall. Join a fitness facility and swim laps in their pool. It’s paramount to find things that you enjoy doing to ensure you stick to them.
Call up a friend and take a walk through the neighborhood and chat. Having a buddy increases your chance of accountability. Being active increases energy, too!
Get Involved
Whether it’s a local organization you can perform community service at or a special interest club, get social!
Being around others is great for mental health. Surrounding yourself with high-quality relationships is key. Quality time is great for our happiness and well-being.
Don’t Let Age Be Your Excuse
Find ways to get and stay active and surround yourself with people who are uplifting and supportive. An active body tends to stay active much longer than a sedentary one. Find things each day that you can do to both enjoy living in the moment and increase your chances of a healthy, happy tomorrow.
