| So you really think Life Begins at 40? Or is that when | | | | without having to hit the gym. Be creative. Do this at |
| the ever so feared Mid-Life Crisis begins? | | | | least half an hour every day. The Golden Rule to |
| Well you choose! After all, it is Your choice as to who | | | | follow is 'Consistency is Key'. |
| you want to BE, what you want to DO and what you | | | | 4. Adopt 'Lifelong Learning' - |
| most desire to HAVE, at this very important point on | | | | Learn something new. Pick up a new skill. There are |
| your journey in this lifetime. Nobody cares as much as | | | | always something interesting out there if you only look |
| you do! So decide now. | | | | around or enquire. Learn to sew and make your own |
| Whether you are the type who has been partying all | | | | curtains if you love home and decor, sign up for |
| your life OR you are one of those living on the | | | | French lessons if you have a plan to visit France |
| mundane lane, Now is the time to wake up to a | | | | someday or gather a few friends and go register for |
| renewed zest. Reminisce the past if you must, but | | | | a ballroom dancing class together. |
| move on forward with passion and enthusiasm. This is | | | | With an open mind, you will not only get to make new |
| the only chance you have got. | | | | friends, you also keep your mind young and sharp. |
| Apply these SUREFIRE Tips to Aging Gracefully and | | | | 5. Organize a Reunion - |
| in no time you will be beaming with a radiant glow. | | | | This could just be the best time to get reconnected |
| 1. Review your Lifestyle - | | | | with old friends or even relatives you have been |
| To avoid getting old, welcome CHANGE. Keep Busy. | | | | missing. Don't know where to find them? Get a |
| Keep Interested. Keep Optimistic. | | | | Facebook account and look up people you know. It is |
| 2. Maintain a Healthy Diet - | | | | free, fun, interactive and it is a good start to catching |
| It goes without saying that a well-balanced diet, | | | | up on the good old times. |
| complete with all the essential nutrients greatly helps | | | | Have a good hearty laugh poring over 'secret photos |
| keep both your body and mind in tip-top shape. | | | | of the past' or musing over your most embarrassing |
| Remember calcium for strong bones and teeth. | | | | gawky moments in high school. Remember how it |
| Osteoporosis and losing teeth are the two most painful | | | | feels to be young and alive again! |
| signs of aging which you really want to avoid. So | | | | 6. Offer your Service or Expertise - |
| stock up on the cheeses, milk and eggs. Go for white | | | | Do not let your cooking skills or wonderful recipes go |
| meat like fish and chicken and cut down on the reds. | | | | to waste. Volunteer demo classes at a Shelter for the |
| They are good for the skin as well as for the heart. | | | | Homeless. If you love selling or just for the fun of it, put |
| Make vegetables and fruits a must as they help boost | | | | together a Garage Sale to raise funds for the needy. |
| your immune system. | | | | Not only will you be productive, you may also touch |
| 3. Give Yourself a Daily Dose of Exercise - | | | | people's lives in your own way. |
| Get moving and get grooving. Sway your hips to your | | | | These few simple steps could be life-changing. Do not |
| favourite music while sweeping the living room floor, do | | | | let age hinder you from getting more out of your life. |
| not Walk the Dog, Run the Dog, do some squats or | | | | Let it be the factor that defines who you really are. Be |
| simple crunches while watching Oprah. You name it, | | | | the person that the young look up to and the rest |
| there are practically dozens of activities you can do | | | | aspire to be. Grow older Gracefully. |
