No matter what our life journey looks like, one thing is certain: We are all getting older. When you’re younger, birthdays are celebrated as rites of passage, but at some point, you start to feel your age, which is eye-opening, to say the least. But here’s the thing: Getting older is awesome – and here’s why.
You Have “Old” Friends
Okay, not old in age, but there’s a chance you have some friends you have known for a while – the friends that have stuck with you through everything life has thrown at you so far. Sure, your new friends are great, but there’s something golden about friends that have stuck with you through it all.
You’re Super Relatable With That Life Experience
You know those moments when you needed insight or advice from someone older and wiser? You’re now that person. You can now help people going through things for the first time. And, most of the time, people love this – as long as you aren’t overstepping boundaries, of course.
You Know What You’re About (and You Like It!)
When you’re younger, you’re still getting to know yourself, which means confidence is often lacking. As you get older, you worry less about what people think about you because you like yourself!
You Realize Who and What Matters
Now that you’re older, your interests have probably evolved. You know who and what is important and make you feel good – and you prioritize them at all costs.
Your Social Skills Are Top-Notch
Don’t freak out if they aren’t top-notch! But they’re probably better than they used to be. You can turn on the charm when you need to, then retreat and recharge when necessary.
You Make Fewer Silly Mistakes
When we’re young, we have to make silly mistakes to learn from them. As we get older, we tend to think about things a little longer and weigh out the possible consequences, resulting in fewer mistakes.
You Have Some GREAT Stories
Leave out the details that you must, but as long as there’s a lesson listeners can gain at the end, share away. Trips down memory lane serve as great reminders of how far you’ve come.
Senior Discounts
You’re probably not there quite yet, but senior discounts are seriously something to look forward to: breakfast specials, discounts on coffee and smoothies, free donuts, and early-bird dinners. In the meantime, enjoy the other benefits of getting older, and don’t forget to celebrate each year as they come.