In western culture, we live in a youth obsessed society that tells us our value declines as we age.

Marketers emphasize youthfulness as the way to stay relevant.

In Japan and other cultures around the world, the elderly are generally treated with much more respect.  They value the wisdom and experience that can only be gained from age.

Let’s explore how to embrace aging.

How To Embrace Aging

How Can I Stop Being Worried About My Age?

Try disconnecting for a while. Take a break and go somewhere that lets you disconnect from all networks, online, work, social or otherwise.

Give yourself some space to gain perspective and to relax. Clear your mind of all future thoughts, where worries about aging tend to reside.

Some Ways To View Aging In A More Positive Light:

• Live with a sense of purpose.
• Define your own path.
• Practice self-acceptance.

How Do You Accept And Embrace Aging?

Ways To Embrace Aging:

• Practice mindfulness.
• Respect your body, maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Keep friends both young and old.
• Find a new passion or hobby.
• Adjust your attitude, think positively.
• Make the most of your time with friends and family.

How Do I Deal With Getting Older?

• Stay active.
• Focus on the things we’re grateful for.
• Acknowledge and express our feelings.
• Accept the things that we can’t change.
• Look for the silver lining where possible.
• Take proactive daily action to deal with our life’s challenges.
• Try a new activity.

How Do You Age Nicely?

Tips To Age Well:

• Get regular exercise.
• Visit your doctor regularly.
• Sleep on average 8 hours each night.
• Keep a positive mindset.
• Stay connected to friends and family.
• Learn something new.
• Eat a healthy diet.
• Do what you love doing.

How Do You Stay Attractive As You Age?

Ways to Maintain a Youthful Appearance:

• Stay hydrated.
• Get enough sleep.
• Eat a diet that’s rich in plants.
• Keep moving, get an exercise routine.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine.
• Use sunscreen.
• Establish a good routine.

How Do You Feel Happy About Aging?

• Prioritize family and friends.
• Keep smiling.
• Discover new interests.
• Stay healthy.
• Maintain your sense of humour.
• Get outside every day.
• Give back to the community.

How Are The Elderly Viewed In Japan?

In Japan, the elderly are generally treated with a large degree of respect. Many Japanese families have several generations living under one roof.

Elderly people there live longer than any other population, and this factor is believed to be one of the many reasons. (Source: www.seniors.lovetoknow.com)

What Kind Of People Are Happiest?

Most happy people are warm, considerate, respectful, helpful, and pleasant to be around.

They generally don’t indulge in envy, jealousy, or gossip, and they don’t waste time complaining.

They use positive rather than negative language. Happy people focus on what is, and can work, rather than on what is problematic.

What’s The Point Of Life If You Can’t Enjoy It?

Keep hope for the future, try to change your unhappiness into happiness. Try doing all kinds of activities, or try out new hobbies.

Try to find what makes you happy, it could be anything, your purpose in life is to find that something.

How To Be Happier As We Age

• Manage your stress levels.
• Live a healthy lifestyle.
• Talk and share with others.
• Build your resilience.
• Try to enjoy yourself.

Final Thoughts:

Social connections are important for maintaining happiness with age. Reach out to older friends or don’t be afraid to expand your friend network as you age through life.

If you have a lot of stress in your life, try finding ways to reduce it, such as learning some time-management techniques or getting more organized. Learn to cope with change.

Make choices that are authentic to you, and live your own path as you age. Finding new passions can help you maintain a sense of purpose.

Focus on the things you’re grateful for. Practice mindfulness, which is all about living in the moment.

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