A netizen asked “What was the biggest change to getting older that was the hardest to accept?” and older folks shared their best stories.
You're on the list! Expect to receive your first email very soon!that almost matches puberty in a way. But the truth is that many of us don’t really accept that we are aging until it’s staring us right in the face.“What was the biggest change to getting older that was the hardest to accept?” and older folks shared their best stories. We also got in touch with the person who started the viral thread.
I am at a place where I know how to dress well, have developed confidence and have been around long enough to be more interesting than when I was younger. I get positive feedback from strangers all the time and am approached by women in a way that is new to me. However I am only a year and a half away from retirement but feel long past being interested in “romance”. If I was like I am today but 20 years younger my life would feel very different.
Pain. Things start hurting and they never stop hurting. Every time another part of my body starts to hurt, for whatever reason, I wonder: is this now forever? The worst part is that I have many friends my age, who live similar lifestyles and engage is similar types of activities, who do not experience these pains. They just got better genes and I got sucky genes, and there's not a damn thing I can do about it.
My never having been beautiful physically, you would think that not being noticed wouldn't bother me. It does. Getting the aid of a store clerk has become task. I find myself having to force myself on people. That's annoying. Not being needed on some level. I spent so much time taking care of growing children, making professional decisions in my work life, coming up with solutions to make systems better and now I often feel hollow, useless. I want to know that I can help not just be a token.
I’ve been a personal trainer, marathoner, martial arts instructor, yoga teacher, …… since I was about 22. I’m 57. In my youthful, delusional mind, I truly thought I would be 80 before I started slowing down. Aging is humbling. We can exercise, eat right, and avoid most of the bad stuff. But, accidents happen. Genetics happen. Illness happens. I’m still very grateful that I have stayed fit and healthy through the years. But I was so sure I would be a marathon running grandma.
I’ve always had a cat . After my previous boy passed, I went and adopted a bonded pair, because I’m getting *two* out of the shelter, right? But after a couple of years I came to realize that- if they stay healthy, they could easily outlive me and my husband . And then what happens? Everybody says, “Oh, provide for them in your will! Get a commitment from a friend or family member who can take them!”.
I'm finding that it's much harder to stay focused on work that is difficult or uninteresting just because I *want* to -- a commitment I've invariably found to be rewarding in the end.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The biggest changes from data and AI will come where you least expect itData-driven technology is set to transform traditional sectord of the economy, such as manufacturing, mining, transportation and construction
Read more »
What homebuyers and sellers need to know as seismic changes take holdBig rule changes take effect in August that will mean historic shifts in how most Americans buy or sell a home. Here's what you need to know.
Read more »
Pentagon tells Israel changes to U.S. troops expected in Middle EastIt is unclear if the U.S. preparations are as intensive as they were prior to April 13, when Iran launched an attack on Israeli territory with drones and missiles
Read more »
Ford rules out boundary changes, while some worry ‘your vote is going to count for less’On Thursday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford emphatically ruled out any changes to the electoral map in Ontario. Political watchers, however, worry the current ridings don't work.
Read more »
Changes to capital-gains taxation to bring in $17.4-billion over five years: PBOEstimates from Parliamentary Budget Officer are lower than in federal budget
Read more »
Toronto parking fines: Olivia Chow defends changes to 123 offencesSome parking fines in Toronto will more than triple as of today but Mayor Olivia Chow says that the changes are necessary and not something she is willing to apologize for.
Read more »