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Are any other seniors experiencing a need to cry more often?
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I used to cry a lot. I was always told “I was too sensitive for my own good”! I’ve learned that is very true, however there is nothing wrong with being sensitive. Now at 65, I hardly ever cry. Even when something is really. (Those damned ASPCA commercials do still get me!) Both crying too much and never crying can be seen in depression, especially when it’s out of character. It’s hard o be human, each stage has its challenges but with getting older, in my experience, it’s as if we worked so hard to create ours lives and now we have to learn how to let it all go. It can sink you down into the depths of that nasty depression. The best things I have learned is to live in the moment, get busy with something you love (that’s not unhealthy) and keep in mind that dwelling on unhappy things makes us unhappy. Yes, lots of things suck but if you can’t change it, accept it and move on because we waste our precious dwindling time dwelling. Easier said than done, I know. Also, knowing you’re not alone may help.
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I agree about those ASPCA commercials. I turn them off the moment they come on and I will not go back to the station until they are over. As a result, I wouldn't respond because I miss the important part of the message. I love dogs, cats, etc. and I'm aware of their suffering but it's too much for me. At my age I avoid dark movies and continuous news. I keep current on what's happening and consider myself well-informed. I'm a senior. I lived through the 60's. I can still be sympathetic to suffering, but when I start feeling that pit in my stomach over a commercial--well I have to remove myself. I care about the world but I also value my mental health. Now I'm off to watch some kitten videos!!😉
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" It’s hard to be human, each stage has its challenges but with getting older, in my experience, it’s as if we worked so hard to create our lives and now we have to learn how to let it all go."
Profound. I may have to steal this if you're OK with it. That statement says it all for me. I used to look towards a future, now all of a sudden, that future, that hope, is gone. I was also always told I was too sensitive. Well, that's just how it is. I've learned to let a lot of things roll, but I'm still sensitive, and to tell you the truth, I'm generally pretty depressed about life, but I'm really glad for my sensitivity. I think it has made life tougher but also much more beautiful.
Thank you, katdst, for posting this, and I wish you love, joy and peace.