I tell people that age is inevitable and they shouldn’t worry about it. It sneaks up slowly enough that we have time to adapt.
The idea that it’s ‘punishment’ is ridiculous. We are all subject to genetics, disease, and simple wear and tear; and if we’ve been lazy about caring for our health, that’s the only thing we’re ‘punished’ for.
“I tell people that age is inevitable and they shouldn’t worry about it. It sneaks up slowly enough that we have time to adapt.”
That’s good advice. My wife and I are 73 and still quite active. She plays pickle ball five times a week and still skis in the winter. I hike a lot, more than my wife, and always get some good elevation work in. We hiked Mt. Kit Carson north of Spokane a couple days ago and did 6.5 miles, 1,450 foot climb, and the peak was at 5,500 feet. I’m still thrilled we can do those hikes. It does wonders to get outside, enjoy the wilderness, and get lots of fresh air and Vitamin D.
What you said.