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Staying Youthful
by Brett Blumenthal - Sheer
Balance
Depending on your perspective,
the term 'old' can mean many
things. To some, it may
represent a certain age. To
others, it might represent a
state of mind. And to others,
the term 'old' might represent a
physical state.
But, let's put it into
perspective.
When you think about people in
your life, I'm sure you know
some 50 year olds who seem
'old', while other '50 some
things' seem extremely young.
Similarly, you may know 75 year
olds who seem ancient, while
other 75 year olds seem very
youthful. In short, age is
chronological and as a result,
is a number, while being
youthful or old is a state, and
isn't represented by a number.
So, how old are you? Ask
yourself these questions...
Your Physical State
1. Physical Activity
a. Are you sedentary?
b. Do you get out and about quite often?
2. Energy Levels
a. Do you feel sluggish or lack energy?
b. Do you feel energized and want to conquer the world?
3. Perceived Physical Limitations
a. Are you full of excuses for why you can't do things or feel
limited
by your health?
b. Do you find ways to push through physical challenges or
ailments
so that you can continue to
do things you love and
enjoy?
Your
Mental State
1. Conversation Skills
a. Do you tend to tune out or monopolize conversations?
b. Do you actively participate during conversations, both
contributing AS WELL AS
actively listening to others
you speak
with?
2. Level of Awareness
a. Do you often feel 'lost' or confused or unaware of what is going
on around you?
b. Do you feel highly aware of what is going on around you?
3. Interest in Learning
a. Do you feel that you know everything you need to know?
b. Do you feel like there is always something new to learn and
pursue new interests?
If you answered yes to most of
the first questions in each
sequence, your state may be
'old'. If you answered yes to
most of the second questions,
chances are that your state is
youthful. For those of you in
the first group, don't despair.
Although you may never be like
you were at 18, you have the
power to be more youthful. Try
these things:
Physical State
Physical Activity - You don't
have to be a fitness fanatic to
be 'young'. That said, it is
important to keep yourself
mobile. Get out and moving as
often as you can.
Energy Levels - Make sure you are
eating a healthy diet that
integrates proper balance of
carbohydrates, protein and fat.
Get enough sleep and be as
active as possible.
Perceived Physical Limitations -
Although our bodies can become
less agile and a bit limited
with age, it doesn't mean that
an active life has to end. Don't
make excuses for why you can't
do things. Instead, keep a
positive and 'Can Do' attitude.
And if certain activities are
painful, avoid those and find
new ones that don't cause as
much discomfort.
Mental State
Conversation Skills - Communicate
with others in deep and
meaningful ways. Make sure that
you actively listen as much as
you contribute. You'll get more
out of the conversation.
Level of Awareness - To stay
alert, continue to put yourself
in mentally stimulating
situations that cause you to
'respond', using your mind and
motor skills. Play games and do
puzzles to keep your mind active
(Sudoku and cross-word puzzles
are great for this).
Interest in Learning - Continual
learning through life helps to
keep your mind challenged and as
a result, youthful. Read, take
classes at a local college or
pick up new hobbies to keep you
growing.
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