SECS 8 Week 6: How do I want to grow old?

Nobody really wants to grow old. We all want the experience and wisdom that comes from living many years but we don't need the severe limitations that come with old age, nor do we want to die yes this is because our creator has made everything beautiful for us and he has put eternity in our hearts! You know what? If I had my ways or the choice then I will likely combine the wisdom of age with the vitality of youth, I know many of us will share this same sentiment but no old age is inescapable that is why it is good to plan for it while we are still young.

HOW DO I WANT TO AGE?

I called that period the Golden Years! I pray I shouldn't be plagued by serious illnesses, fears, or regrets. I want it to be a period of gracious tranquility for me, I want to grow very old and probably died at a good old age, yes old and satisfied. I don't want it to be a disaster like many believed, I don't want to be a burden to my children and grandchildren or depend financially on them. I want to achieve something great in life before then and get respect and honor.

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Far from spending a good deal of my leisure time visiting the hospital or going to the funerals of old friends or restlessly looking for what to do with idle time, I will be productive every day! I don't want to spend my old age in misery I want it to be an enjoyable one.

WHAT I'M DOING TO REACH THE OLD AGE I LONG FOR:

To enjoy old age good health is so important and I'm planning to achieve good health through exercise. I will be getting sufficient exercise and I'm doing that now so that I won't find it hard then. Exercise will prevent sicknesses like heart attack, high blood pressure, being overweight, etc physical exercise makes the difference between enjoying life at 70 and being burdened by pains, aches, and boredom at that same age.

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No matter our age we can improve the quality of our health by exercising. There are many types of exercises we can enjoy such as swimming, walking, Dancing and many more!

I Have given thought to nutrition both quality and quantity. I'll continue to try as possible as I can to eat healthily, I'm doing that now and I will continue; this will help me to maintain a healthy weight till old age. I will cut more carbohydrates and take more vitamins, whole wheat, yogurt, and minerals I will try and avoid eating hot or ice-cold foods room temperature food will be okay.

To enjoy good health in old age I will get enough sleep and rest I will try not to be tense all day, and I won't take strong tea or coffee because this can affect my sleep. I won't chafe over the problems of the day, but I will be counting my blessings and I will try to be less sensitive as this help me to enjoy better sleep and good health.

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Among the positive things I will be doing to induce sleep includes taking a class of wine or taking a hot bath before retiring for the day, drinking hot tea or warm milk can help too. Then good massage, I won't joke with this I will be going to the spa from time to time to have one, oh less I forget, brisk walking in the evening can help too, so I will be doing all this to enjoy my night and day also.

I'm planning not to be dependent on My Children to provide life necessities for me, things like shelter, food, clothing, and entertainment. No, instead I've begun saving for my old age, so I won't be a burden on this aspect, instead, I will be leaving properties and money for my children to inherit.

I'm an extrovert, so I won't have many problems pertaining to this aspect. Moreover, I'm exercising self-control and discipline now and I've learned wisdom so that I will find it comparatively easy to make the required adjustment in old age. Then I will not need to learn courage, humility, and wisdom because I'm doing so now, I've learned to find joy in little things now And this will be a great help to me then. I take pleasure in a refreshing rain and a sunny ☀️ day. Haha.

I'M I AFRAID OF GROWING OLD?

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NOPE! I'm not afraid of growing old because I believe each stage of life has its blessing I believe to age is an opportunity!

Old age has beauty of its own! it is only found in the way of righteousness, it will allow me to learn to experience a great deal and to reach a vantage point because of what I've suffered and enjoyed. Youth is impatient, impetuous, romantic, over-eager illusions and impractical but with age, I will learn to be more realistic more patient, see things as they are, be practical, and have more empathy.

AN OLDER ADULT WHO EXAMPLE I WILL FOLLOW

Is none other than my beloved parents, my dad is in his early 70s but he's happy! They're not a burden for us, they're always grateful for the little you provide for them because he's still productive and has money of his own. They have a good sense of humor and are always ready to laugh and this is good for their body, mind, and heart, laughing is the best exercise so far.

They give a lot and this makes them happy, indeed there's more happiness in giving than there's in receiving! They always help the needy, strangers, family, and friends. I see them avoiding pampering themselves too much by not lazily yielding to all of their inclinations, or overdoing to exhaust themselves, they avoid extremes. They find joy in comforting other people by telling them the good news of the kingdom of God that is near, they keep their relationship with God intact and always pray 🙏 for others. So I want to be positive, encouraging, and happy like them when I grow old.

Old age is a blessing and it can be enjoyable, it can be a time of contentment, peace of mind, and happiness! It should bring with it wisdom and learning to adjust to certain matters like finance, physical/mental health and emotional attitudes will also help. Most importantly faith in almighty God and his word is crucial, and applying his wise counsel will help us to enjoy old age. To that end, I would like to invite friends @gracyakan @vickydear and @eliany to take part in this contest. Thank you!