Although I wasn't a model I too was blessed from a toddler thru my 40's with great looks. Men practically fought to open doors etc. so it was somewhat shocking to have doors slammed in my face as I aged. I am no 77 yrs. Old and running into the grocery store in sweat pants and no makeup is somewhat liberating. I am not sure if we will ever get to a time when good looks are not rewarded in some way. So my advice is similar to what I am reading. Don't look for outside approval but cultivate yourself by doing things that please you. I have always loved crafting so now each morning I look forward to doing what I want. Don't get me wrong. I always spend time grooming..being clean and presentable. I just don't feel the need to get approval from the opposite sex. I wear light makeup, make sure my hair and clothes are clean etc when going out. Getting older is a process to accept. Listen I know that I am also lucky to have reached this age and for some will never know this blessing. I love my husband and friends and family and I make sure that I show them that by doing small things and telling them how much they mean to me. I am grateful and humbled sometimes that I have to use a cane or even a walker in some instances. Just being alive and of sound mind is enough now. Try to cultivate yourself at each passing year and acknowledge that time doesn't stand still. Have some fun every day and don't let the little things get you down. (Like the reflection in the mirror).