There is more and more buzz about aging these days. It isn't your imagination. This is because more and more of us are reaching the 'middle ages.' Once rather a tabu subject, it is now okay to discuss what happens to our bodies, minds and spirits as we age. Some of us have fearfully entered those conversation, however the results are usually good.
How is our society preparing us for graceful aging?
I'm not sure I would use the word, grace, but you need to only watch a few hours of television any given night or day to see multitudes of advertisements for remedies for:
Erectile dysfunction (the dreaded ED!)
Wrinkles (AKA fine lines) and Cellulite (I'm not sure which is worse)
Memory Loss (I forgot where I put the remote!)
Urinary leakage (I miss this one sometimes because I'm in the bathroom with urinary urgency!)
Constipation
Thinning of the bones (osteoporosis)
Retirement plans during a recession and the potential for no social security for many of us
Natural Holistic Aging
At least we're talking about what is happening. There are more and more books and magazine articles (and even websites!) to give us some guidance.
So, why pages about graceful aging in a natural-holistic website? Rest assured, if you've never considered a more natural, holistic (body, mind, spirit) approach to wellness, you will as you begin to face the challenges of the middle ages and beyond.
One day, not long ago, (and it seemed like an over-night change) I woke up to find a body that I no longer recognized. There were lumpts where there never were before, and it seemed like everything went totally south-and I mean seriously south. I noticed lines that weren't there before. My joints creaked so loud that I thought I may wake up my snoring husband. The woman staring at me in the mirror looked sad, tired, and overwhelmed. I was just that! The bad news is that outward signs that I'm seeing is REALLY an indication that changes are happening on the inside.
Some good news?!
Our body is always regenerating and trying to maintain health. If you are in weak in an area (body, mind or spirit) simply work on those areas. Otherwise, just keep up the good work. Prevention is KEY.
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Graceful Aging and Living for the Day
Have you seen the movie 'The Bucket List?' In the movie, the characters are faced with serious illness and their own mortality.
The bucket list is a list of things they wish to do before death (kick the bucket).
What does your bucket list look like? Exotic trips don't need to be on the list, by the way.
Maybe your list would include adding a hint of beauty to the day, eating healthy meals on your favorite dishes, trying a new food or recipe, taking a new supplement you've been wanting to try, starting a new exercise class (like taking a yoga class for the first time), getting a facial or bikini wax, wearing that favorite dress just because, taking a foreign language course, learning to play a musical instrument...
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Does this sound like an overwhelming venture and not quite sure where to begin? Keep reading! My job is to make it simple. let's take a look at body, mind and spirit. Begin where it feels right to you, and don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.
Begin with a deep breath and repeat these words (or others of your choice) No Hurry, No Worry
Having a mind with a sharp edge, but being unhappy won't hack it either. Peace and joy are the real goals, because happiness, though wonderful, is fleeting. It is those who have peace in their hearts who weather life's triumphs and tragedies well. Begin with happiness, though.
Meanwhile, have you found yourself forgetting things lately?
Is it more difficult to focus?
Our brains do get smaller with age, but that doesn't mean you have to lose any real brain power!
Not taking the time to tend to your spiritual needs will leave you cold and empty.
Perhaps more than any other time of our lives, spirituality becomes incredibly key to our overall wellness. It has always been, but we were probably too busy to consider it fully. Just the topic of spirituality brings many questions to the surface.
Is there a way to age gracefully? I hope so! Actually, I know so. There are as many ways as there are people, and I'm going to offer you plenty of suggestions. Follow what feels right to you, but be willing to experiment. You won't have much (if anything) to lose, but you'll have plenty to gain!
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Natural Holistic Aging and Skin Care
Have you noticed skin changes? Are there new wrinkles, sagging where the skin used to be tight and... Well, you know the story!
So, what can you do? There are some natural skin care remedies and more on the horizon.
Many people suffer with depression. It is a common condition among older people. There are different kinds of depression and different things you can do.
Are you doing everything you can to feel your best?
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