How do you deal with aging?

Excellent thoughts and advice shared here. To that I’ll add one short reflection on aging:
Beyond getting over it, and past getting used to it; GET GOOD AT IT.
Also -keep focus on others most, and ourselves adequately to enable giving to others.
Your thoughts?

Randy, I love this photo of you with that precious dog! I agree with you completely that giving to others takes the focus off ourselves. I find that it's only during the "quiet times" that my mind goes back to the "aging worry." Thanks so much for your positive input! 🙂

Appreciate the positive thoughts and activities. Wish I had that feeling and sometimes I do but sometimes I don't. Would like to get rid of the "don't" days At 85and still able to get around I feel ashamed that I even complain at all. I have AMD so that has been a major life changer for me as I always loved reading. Everyone suggests listening to audio tapes but am not a good candidate for" sitting" and listening. Also I have found a new love of learning about science and due to all of the new verbiage cannot walk around doing chores as my concentration isn't what it use to be. My new challenge is to learn how to sit! Grateful that I can get around, very grateful>
Also thankful with the help of a magnifying instrument I can read these words of encouragement Than you all.

When I look at my moments of worry or fear, it is always fear of "The Unknown" versus my physical and mental strength, which I realize have begun to decline in some ways (even as they become more clear and capable in other ways).

But when I think of the role of "The Unknown" in my life, I see that for by far "The Unknown" has brought me opportunities, happiness, friendship and love. The richness of my life is a gift from the unknown. I can drop the "Looming Capitals" and just let it be unknown until we meet.

I can face the unknown with a positive anticipation. I know that my life will be finished some day. Sometimes I practice imagining it. I hope I can take that moment to look back with a smile for all that the unknown has given me.

We'll see someday!

What a fabulous attitude you have, Ed! Thanks so much for sharing. 🙂

Mornigglory, I'm 72 and have a hard time sitting still too. I have found that rocking in my rocking chair is the answer. It makes me feel content. You might want to try it with an audio book...they can be very interesting...good luck !

Thank you for that suggestion. First I have to go out and find a rocking chair!! Thanks again.
Morninglory

Volunteer in a hospice organization and help the caregivers. You will experience what you are looking for.

Is this something that you've done -- volunteering in a hospice organization? To be perfectly honest, I don't think it's something I could bring myself to do, but I must say that those who are able to have my deepest admiration. The hospice workers I met when they spent time with my mother years ago were utterly amazing individuals as were the ones who spent time with my sister.

I am talking about spending time with caregivers such as family members and just listening to them and giving them short breaks. As you probably know the family member providing care needs some help also. You can also volunteer in a hospital. No medical knowledge required; only a listening ear.