Sandra at 73 years young…
There needs to be old people in the world and I’m signing up for the job. I’m old and LOVE it.
There are downsides and perks to every age. Now that I am 73, what I lack in memory and body movement, is made up for by a greater sensitivity, and caring, for others.
A few of my tips to stay ‘young’ are to eat simply; stretch; open up your body with breath, Asana, meditation; and to keep moving.
Also, avoid medications, and vitamins, until they are necessary. Take the least amount of medication, and vitamins, for the most amount of gain, with the least amount of side effects.
As our physical bodies age, our light bodies grow stronger. Wrinkly bodies run Prana (light) more easily. This breaks up emotional worries and blockages, and we are happier, and more whole.
Old people (and peri-menopausal women!) get anxious because Prana quickens in their body, wanting to release their emotional blockages. Best to co-operate with this growth cycle, by crying, if you need to. Releases the stress, and makes us look younger. Identify with the Prana (light.) It feels good, brings insights, and helps us transition into a wiser, more whole person.
Find ways to give away everything you’ve learned in life. The younger people need your support and help. It may not look as if they are listening, but they do take it in, and it inspires their lives.
The example of our own lives (with all of our continuing problems and obstacles) is the best legacy we can give. The living example of our lives; lived, and died, well.
Here I am at 80 …
Now, I am 80 years young, and still believe the above!