How do people handle the losses in aging?

Posted by jillianna @jillianna, Jun 18 1:14pm

I have been struggling with the losses of aging for some time now. Some of the changes and losses have been by my choice, and some of them have not been by my choice.
It seems as though some of the things that I looked forward to and dreamed for were the distraction I needed to keep going and keep growing forward.
My situation is far more complicated than I can share here, but I am wondering how others keep going?

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anne4u | @anne4u | Jun 21 3:22pm

I can relate to your feelings about aging! I’m struggling myself. I’ve overcome so much in my life, but am finding it difficult to accept the changes that come with aging. A couple years ago I made some changes in the treatment I’d received for fibromyalgia for over 20 years, which changed my life for the better. I’m much more able to function and my pain is manageable.
It was an amazing change for the better. Yet it seems I’ve made a trade off for other ailments that are complicated and troublesome. I find myself discouraged and frustrated. The cognitive and emotional side of it is a distraction that makes it difficult to feel positive. I’m working on it but it feels like one step forward and two back. I don’t like being preoccupied by my own issues! I want to feel more carefree. I seek answers for what I’m dealing with if there are answer's, and then I move forward. I’m finding that I’m not as able to simply move on with the changes aging brings to my life. I’m doing the best I can right now and have confidence that I will settle into my new normal. I hope to find contentment in the process!

bunnybear | @bunnybear | Jun 22 9:59pm

@anne4u Do you mind sharing some of the details? Fibromyalgia is complicated and its treatment more so.

cjcatmom | @cjcatmom | Jun 23 5:53am

I have fybromyalgia that I have dealt with for 25 years. Recently my back doc said it was related to a vertebrae that is out of alignment. It was knocked out in an accident when I was 3years old.
Apparently it will be a challenge for life. Back surgery will not be an option. Good luck with your journey.