i learned today that many people seem to relax in a more profound way once they reach the age of 50. seems that once you get there, you no longer feel like you need to make a mark, leave an impression, or prove anything. having crossed over to the second part of life, you find it easier to let go and just be. certainly this is true for boomers - as a hallmark of our generation is our need to have an impact, make a difference. i wonder if this theory will prove strong with xer's and millenials, and only time will tell.
it is such a comforting thought, to feel settled, self-actualized, less stressed about what to do and be, and to enjoy the ride the rest of the way.
a comforting thought i do not have.
at 49 i'm still trying to figure it out. typical of those in my age group, it is important to me, too, to do and to be all i was meant for, and i wish i could say i've achieved it, but the struggle of the search continues. there is something in there that needs expression, needs to be shared, needs to come out, but damned if i know what it is.
but i'm still only 49.
4 months left to figure it out, and become one with the statistics of my generation.
go!
1 comment:
yup, it's all good
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