At almost 81, I keep pushing myself to do as much physical work as possible. If I don’t know how to do something I will do it anyway and figure it out as I go. I don’t go to the gym regularly but work hard at my home. I started coaching pole vaulting back in 1987 and did a lot of demonstrations. I still participate in masters meets. My advice is, keep moving even when it hurts! Duke
Now that's what I need to learn to do, regardless of how busy I am, the awareness, that very uncomfortable feeling, is always there. Living in the moment, it's what jazz musicians do all the time, now I just need to learn how to apply that to life.
I think Michael Pollan makes a good point in his How to Change Your Mind that psychedelics (particularly psilocybin) can really help older people stay open and less rigid in their thinking which translates to physical flexibility too. Older people are usually more secure in who they are so they very rarely have bad trips and even if they do those can also be useful with the help of a good integrative therapist. It might not be for everyone but I’ve met many folk in their 80s and 90s who still regularly journey and they are still mentally highly agile.
Perhaps another one to add would be to look after your senses, particularly hearing and vision. I worry about how many people are heading for noise-induced deafness later in life through failure to adjust the volume of their ear plugs / headphones.
WOW I love this advice & perspective! I’m now 70 and retired 12 years. Some if what’s shared here I do, and others are great & sound advice I’m going to adopt!
Great post, Laurie, I have written about how to meditate, practice gratitude and take up a new hobby (wild camping in my fifties!) based on the latest research evidence, and my personal experience, so I can honestly say you are right about these, and all the others ring true to me, too. You write so succinctly and clearly it was a pleasure to read and thank you so much for sharing this, and I will also share to my Notes. Have a great day, Laurie :) Mark
When we view ageing as a journey of growth. Focusing on purpose, connection, and contribution .it shifts from something to fear to something we can accept, even appreciate.
Lift heavy. Live long.
amen!
Thank you! I’ve seen iterations of this list before, but you’ve framed it in such a beautiful, meaningful and inspirational way. 🤍
Thank you, Missy!
I used logic and solid evidence to ascertain if there was some way to considerably extend my life span.
Very good!
Totally agree
So much written on this subject is bs. This post adds something!
At almost 81, I keep pushing myself to do as much physical work as possible. If I don’t know how to do something I will do it anyway and figure it out as I go. I don’t go to the gym regularly but work hard at my home. I started coaching pole vaulting back in 1987 and did a lot of demonstrations. I still participate in masters meets. My advice is, keep moving even when it hurts! Duke
Perfect advice!
this is an amazing article, uplifting and positive, and i admire how the fear of dying is not part of their current thinking.
Now that's what I need to learn to do, regardless of how busy I am, the awareness, that very uncomfortable feeling, is always there. Living in the moment, it's what jazz musicians do all the time, now I just need to learn how to apply that to life.
Yes, they are too busy living.
I think Michael Pollan makes a good point in his How to Change Your Mind that psychedelics (particularly psilocybin) can really help older people stay open and less rigid in their thinking which translates to physical flexibility too. Older people are usually more secure in who they are so they very rarely have bad trips and even if they do those can also be useful with the help of a good integrative therapist. It might not be for everyone but I’ve met many folk in their 80s and 90s who still regularly journey and they are still mentally highly agile.
Wow, cool insight.
Perhaps another one to add would be to look after your senses, particularly hearing and vision. I worry about how many people are heading for noise-induced deafness later in life through failure to adjust the volume of their ear plugs / headphones.
true
Excellent advice! THANKS❣️Francine from Switzerland (83)
You are most welcome, Francine! Thank you for reading The Habit Healers Mindset. I love connecting with individuals in other countries.
WOW I love this advice & perspective! I’m now 70 and retired 12 years. Some if what’s shared here I do, and others are great & sound advice I’m going to adopt!
Fantastic!
Beautiful. 👏
Awesome advice, thank you so much!
You are welcome!
Great post, Laurie, I have written about how to meditate, practice gratitude and take up a new hobby (wild camping in my fifties!) based on the latest research evidence, and my personal experience, so I can honestly say you are right about these, and all the others ring true to me, too. You write so succinctly and clearly it was a pleasure to read and thank you so much for sharing this, and I will also share to my Notes. Have a great day, Laurie :) Mark
Thank you!
When we view ageing as a journey of growth. Focusing on purpose, connection, and contribution .it shifts from something to fear to something we can accept, even appreciate.
Exactly!