"There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind." - C. S. Lewis
What goes on between the ears has a big impact on how one lives out their lives. “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he!” – Proverbs 22:7 KJV
Over the years as a people watcher, I have noticed that age is not a determinant of how old one should act or feel. I have seen individuals who are young but act and look much older than they are, as well as individuals who are older than one would expect because they live out a certain vitality and vigour that keeps them active and vibrant. Of course, the body does age with time but that shouldn’t determine a certain way to act or think once you get there.
I recently was texting with a friend from the past whom we hadn’t seen for a few years. We have no idea how old he is but he mentioned that he was now retired. For most people, that should be a happy and welcome time in life, but sadly it seems that this individual is thinking his days are numbered and he doesn’t know how long he has left and is doing the countdown now…
That left me a little sad and contemplative as to how retirement affects some people. Sadly for some, it’s the beginning of the end. For others, it’s a whole new beginning with a lot more life left to live after a long and arduous life defined by work.
I personally think we should enjoy the journey and not get bogged down in a rut of ‘stinkin’ thinkin,’’ when we get to that certain age that screams retirement.
Of course, I’m sure everyone doesn’t enjoy every wrinkle or blemish that’s evidence of the years creeping by, but we can choose to live with a happy heart and see life through an optimistic lens.
It’s the same with misfortune, ‘$#&% happens’…but it’s how you deal with it that makes or breaks a person.
The article at https://www.kiplinger.com/ says, “Happy Retirees Have These 7 Habits in Common.”
• Happy Retirees work at staying healthy
• They foster strong social connections
• Happy retirees find a clear sense of purpose
• They never stop learning
• They train their brains to be optimistic
• Happy retirees practise mindful gratitude
• They have a furried or feathered friend
I think there might be some good advice here for those that need re-firing after retiring. I am continuing to choose to seize each day and make the best of it, come whatever may. I hope you decide to do the same because it would make a big difference in how you live out your tomorrows.
"Today, many will break through the barriers of the past by looking at the blessings of the present. Why not you?" - Steve Maraboli
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