How to Keep a Positive Mindset As You Age

Getting older is a fact of life. Yet in a society that values youth over old age, many of us struggle to accept the aging process.

But remaining optimistic about aging helps us age gracefully and with optimal health. Here’s how you can make the best of it.

How can you maintain a positive attitude as you get older?

Accept the aging process

Perhaps the most important thing you can do to maintain a positive mindset while aging is to accept the process. To deny the process only leads to suffering and stress.

Accept that your appearance will continue to change, and so will your body. You likely won’t be able to maintain the activity levels you were capable of when you were 25.

With that said, there’s plenty you can do to stay active and healthy as you age – which brings us to our next suggestion.

Find things to do that you enjoy

It’s important to keep our minds and bodies active as we age. To boost happiness and wellbeing, be sure to make time for the activities and hobbies you enjoy.

Not sure what you like to do these days? Grab a pen and paper and make a list of all your past interests and hobbies. If you’re having trouble, think about what you enjoyed doing as a kid or young adult. There’s no reason you can’t take part in these same activities today – whether you’re into indoor activities like crafting or crocheting, or outdoor activities such as swimming or sand volleyball.

Once you have your list of activities, highlight the ones that still interest you and make a plan for how you’ll get started. Ready to pick up your paintbrush again? Head to a local art store and buy a few supplies. Love to read, but haven’t made time for it lately? Grab a bestseller off the shelves, or head to the library and renew your library card.

Learn something new!

Despite the saying, it is possible to teach an old dog new tricks! 😊

Think about something you’ve always wanted to try, and give it a go. You’re never too old to learn something new!

Plus, when you learn new things, your brain circuits rewire themselves – a process known as neural plasticity – which helps stave off dementia and other age-related illnesses. You have fun while helping your brain stay young – bonus!

Cultivate your sense of purpose

As we age, it’s important to hold onto what’s important to us – to identify a sense of purpose. Maintain yours by living according to your values – whether that’s focusing on your family, helping others, or supporting a social cause.

Stay active

No, we’re not suggesting that you participate in a marathon if you hate running. But staying active as we get older is important for both our physical and mental health. Strive for some activity daily – even if it’s just walking down the block and back.

Connect with friends

Loneliness in older adults is a huge issue that can lead to isolation, depression, and reduced quality of life. To avoid becoming one of  the one-third of older adults with loneliness, make sure you stay connected to friends regularly – or make new ones!

Reject outdated stereotypes about the aging process

Reaching an advanced age doesn’t mean that we’ll be in poor health, or that we’re out of touch with society – despite what cultural messaging may tell us. By staying active, connecting with friends and family, and keeping our minds focused, we can become one of the many healthy, fulfilled older adults in our society.

How keeping a positive mindset helps with aging

Keeping a positive outlook on aging not only feels good; it also comes with many benefits!

Here are just a few:

• Improved mortality rate. We’re less likely to die young when we remain optimistic about aging.
• Better quality of life. We live life to the fullest, maintaining relationships and
• Better health. When we age gracefully, we’re less likely to suffer from multiple conditions — including insomnia, dementia, cancer, and more.

To reap the maximum benefits, it’s important to incorporate a regimen of healthy eating habits and dietary supplements. These will provide your mind and body with the resources needed to take on new challenges in this phase of life.

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