I guess it depends on what the practice is, and what your expectations are for engaging in it successfully. If failing is going to make you feel bad, maybe you need a new outlet instead. If, however, you are a tough old bird and not demanding perfection of yourself, give it a shot and see what happens. Sounds like both of us have good minds (I work, too), thank goodness, and can make decent choices about what is and what isn’t smart for us. Wish we lived close. I think we could be friends.