As a therapist and as a human, I've always heard lots of people talking about how to head off old age. I guess people are just afraid of the unknown and when we see older people who seem to be not getting around well or are complaining that "growing old isn't for sissies," it just makes people uncomfortable. So...what can you do? Well, actually there are quite a few things you can do! Not that you can stop or even slow down the clock, but you certainly can make it less painful and more fun! Here are some of the things that I do:
1. Get some kind of exercise every day! Even on a rainy day like today, I walk my dog 5 or 6 quick times. While I'm out I try to notice all of the positive things I like about my neighborhood like the people, the flowers, the trees, and even people's cars!
2. I'm always listening to my favorite music and it keeps my endorphins pumping! When I feel good, I know that my immune system is improved and I'm less likely to get sick.
3. I try to eat a healthy diet each day. Not to say that I don't eat some pizza or ice cream every now and then, but on the whole, I love fresh fruits and vegetables and I love salads a grilled or baked lean meats.
4. I love to spend time with my friends and I look forward to it every week-end. Thanks to Facebook, I've recently connected with lots of friends from childhood and college and it has really brought back some wonderful memories. Friends will keep you young!
5. I keep a strong spiritual connection, not just by going to church but also by praying multiple times daily and asking God to show me how I can be of service to others and how I can best use the gifts I have been given to make the world a better place!
I honestly believe that these things keep my younger as most people don't think I'm in my 60's and that I ride a racing bike regularly through Seneca and Cherokee Park! I also do weight training and aerobic exercise at Milestone Fitness Center here. What are some of the things that YOU do?
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