The Secret to Eternal Youth

Age is often seen as a benchmark for what others think we can or cannot do, what we should or shouldn't do, and who we are supposed to be. I have lived over 50 years on this planet and everyday I strive to live my life to the fullest, taking on new challenges, exploring new places, and seeking out new experiences, regardless of my age. I have often wondered should age define who we are, should it really that important?

For me, age doesn't have anything to do with who I am on the inside, or how I feel or behave. Of course, it is true that our experiences shape us and each year adds to our knowledge and perspective. But, age alone can never measure the wealth of wisdom we can attain from our experiences. Getting older is often something that people dread. There's a notion that with every passing year, we lose a bit of ourselves and are slowly inching towards the end of our lives. I think aging can bring with it a multitude of benefits. I am really liking getting older, this might seem like a strange concept to some, but rather than fearing aging, I am choosing to embrace it and use it as an opportunity to learn from my many, MANY mistakes and experiences.

With age comes experience, and experience is a valuable tool for gaining wisdom. As I get older, I have a wider perspective on life and can process information more quickly and efficiently. I feel more confident in my ability to handle obstacles and challenges and I am a lot less worried about what others think. I now appreciate the small things in life that I may have overlooked before. Whether it's a beautiful sunset or having dinner with family, I am more grateful and mindful of my experiences. I can look back on my life and see all the things that I've accomplished, my career, adventures, I see raising a family as my biggest accomplishment. My children and grandchildren give me a sense of pride and fulfillment. I still feel young at heart and still have a zest for life, regardless of my physical age.

I truly believe getting older is something to embrace, it's a privilege that not everyone is lucky enough to experience. It's an opportunity to learn, grow, and develop into the best version of ourselves. Age should never limit any of us or hold us back from pursuing our dreams. If we have a passion or a goal, we should pursue it wholeheartedly. The number of years we have spent on the planet does not have to define us, we can choose to be young at heart regardless of our physical age or how old we look. 

I have learnt the most important thing, at any age, is to embrace life and live it to the fullest, with passion, curiosity, and enthusiasm. Our soul is ageless and it's our spirit and energy that defines us, not our physical age.