As we age, it’s hard to forget that our inside and outside changes too. But, we don’t have to get stuck in how we feel.

You can choose how you accept the evidence, whether true or false.

However, a lot of our opinions come from what the world shares. With Hollywood, plastic surgery, and concoctions that prove to turn back time, it’s hard to see what you wish you would never see; the reflection of aging.

Yet, I don’t want you to get stuck there. Life is not about a number on the scale, a size on a hanger, or the number of wrinkles you don’t have.

Life is how you choose to view it.

The K.I.S.S. ~ What evidence is true for your health?

There are so many angles you can take on your health. And only you know what is best. You can have a coach, doctor, spouse, friends, and family. But ultimately, you need to understand where you see yourself and the evidence before you.

This is a great time to take inventory.

And I only know this because I’ve been thinking about it since removing the monkey grass over the last few days.

Muscles hurt that I forgot existed. Yet, I am impressed with what I can do at a half-century.

1. How do you feel about your reflection in the mirror? Are you focusing on the wrinkles or the rolls? Where do your eyes draw you in immediately causing a thought of “if only”? Maybe it’s your thighs, upper arms, or back.
2. What part of your body do you think looks older than you feel? This can be anything. And it doesn’t have to mean anything specifically, except you feel older. What this does is give you a clue about what you would like to change up.
3. What area of your body needs some oil like Dorothy’s Tinman? Maybe you are a little tight or not as strong as you thought you were.

Now after you answer these questions, I want you to go back and look at the evidence. What is true for you versus what society says?

Because the key is not about trying to be like everyone else. Just be YOU and enjoy life at the age you are.

Now, age does not have to define who you are. You can change anything you don’t like, except going back in time.

So if it’s the rolls that drive you crazy, then start eating more vegetables, and leaner meats, and move more intentionally.

If it’s the wrinkles on your skin, hydrate first with water. Aim to drink half your body weight in ounces. Then, think about what else your skin may need. A moisturizer? Some collagen? Skincare does make a difference if you use it consistently.

Maybe you are not feeling strong. Your muscles are sore from the monkey grass, or whatever monkey is on your back. Start strength training your body intentionally. Do some yoga or pilates. Incorporate walking every day.

The evidence that you discover does not have to be the end of the world. Aging is beautiful. So embrace this new season you’re in and make it an adventure.

Because soon enough, you’ll be in another season and making more changes.

Change is a constant. So consistently love who you are becoming at any age.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“