How Can We Make Our Fiery 50s, Sizzling 60s & Still Standing 70s+ A Lifestyle And Not A Burden?
5 of 5 Series "I'm Asking The Questions!"
One of the areas I have noticed in my life is that the ads on TV, the social media platforms and our general conversations often focuses on how broke down we are or are becoming so it is expected that we open our arms to receive it without hesitation!
No! No! No! Now I recognize that we are no longer “spring chickens” as they say, but we don’t have to become a relic/or stiff that no longer can move.
We, I’m talking to you the “matured women,” are still vibrant and have a lot more to live for and contribute to society! If you are wondering how, I want to share my method of being consistant in all I do! I believe “Consistency = Success!”
The Method: T. A. A. C.
Thoughts Action Attitude & Consistency
Thoughts…Stop and think about what you are thinking. Are your thoughts affecting you mentally? Are your thoughts placing you under a bus to be ran over? Think about your community that you can reach out to or join a new community. Get counseling if needed. You/We are not alone.
Action…As a matured woman we need and must take action to not forget about what made us move before we reached this place in our lives.
Many will say go get your nails done, which is a great self-care act, but we need to go deeper. As in the A.C.T. Theory it says that we must Acknowledge what is not fitting right and then be Commited to taking action and make changes!
Let’s take action so there want be a “reaction” of implosion or an explosion to self and to the ones we love!
Attitude…My question to you is “What is your attitude towards self?” Or “What is your mental position with regard to a fact or state (Merrian-Webster defined) about yourself?”
The fact of the matter is if you are reading this article you still have warm blood running through your veins! So we at C-Our-Age In Its Finest posture the attitude of “Living Our Life Age And Not Just Our Born Age” with intentions to enjoy every minute of it.
Yes, there will be some not so good days, but we do know there are far more good days than bad! With that being said…Check that attitude!
Finally..
Consistency is the key to “Living Well!”
To continue to “live well” as a matured woman we must be consistent with our Thoughts - Attitude - Actions towards ourselves.
What are some areas that we might seek that will help us to live well you might ask?
The 1st area is …. Know that you are fearfully and wonderfully made! I often think about how there were millions of sperm and eggs and You and I made it to embrace this beautiful world!
Whether you believe it or have ever thought about it, it is something to behold with thanksgiving! You are here! So, if possible let us stop thinking that we are nothing and are nowhere in life, but see that we are “now here!” Consistent positive thinking is key!
2nd we all have blood and non blood family that need us as much as we need them. Social connections are a medicine. It is true that we may have a break in that bond that for whatever reason, but there are plenty of social connections to be made with outside groups. These groups have focused activities based on your interests. There is a platform called “Meetup” (I am not being compensated to promote this platform.) that have so many choices to connect to new people. (Please always do your due diligence for safety purposes.)
Now What Is Your Excuse?
Finally, we must be intentional about investing in ourselves. We are worth the investment. We must model T.A.A.C. - Let us be Thoughtful of how we treat ourselves in all aspects of our lives. May our Attitude reflect how we should feel about ourselves. When we love self others will love us. Just as a film producer may say “Action.” We must take action to build ourselves and love ourselves to live life well. It is not over because of the messaging from the various outlets wanting to sell a product. Yes, there are benefits, but not to the detriment of us not living well. So as we watch or become alert to our Thoughts, Actions, and Attitudes about self there must be consistency in our living well. Love is the key! Love self, others and God!
This series of “I’m Asking The Questions” hopefully stirred something in you as the “Matured Woman” to live well or at least start!
Your Igniter,
Stacie