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[–] [email protected] 19 points 1 year ago (3 children)

I’m 50 and still don’t.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I see a lot of posts in this thread that, on the surface, seem to be more health and lifestyle issues than solely age. I still play ice hockey, climb mountains, stay out late, enjoy alcohol, play in a band, play computer games, bartend, throw parties, travel, and generally live life to the fullest. I’ve been fortunate to not have any debilitating genetic problems, but I’ve also kept myself physically active and emotionally healthy throughout my life. I truly wish society supported more people to be able to live that way. As I’ve aged I’ve become more of an activist for a shorter work week, better support from the government, and much higher wages. I hope, those of you who want to, can find ways to reverse some of the things that make you feel old beyond your years.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Seconded, fully. In addition, doing new things really helps: all the time I've been spending challenging myself and learning new skills has basically been keeping me mentally young and flexible.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Yes, that’s an EXCELLENT point! During COVID I learned French and now I’m studying to get my sommelier certification. Never stop learning! It also tends to be very humbling. There SO much I don’t know and am terrible at, but being a beginner has its own type of joy.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That's the spirit. Although sometimes I see changes in my skin that don't match the age I feel :-D

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I’ve gone the “drinking the blood of virgins” route for that one.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

When I turned 50 they asked me if I planned to grow up now 😂

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Whoever “they” are should stop asking stupid questions.