How to remain young at heart

 

I know you’ve heard folks talk about being young at heart for what seems to be forever. But things can get in the way of feeling young at heart, especially if you are a senior citizen. It’s never too late to change the way you’re feeling.

Obstacles

In my case, the main obstacle is health or lack of it. Being healthy is a lifetime job and eating right and exercising have much to do with it. Easier said than done, right?

You need to keep your body in shape, but your mind and attitude are just as important.

Things to change

Change can be difficult after years of being down about life. Many times, the first best step is talking to your doctor and finding out where you stand health-wise, physically, and mentally. I know no one wants to take medication, but if it helps, why not? It can save you a lot of grief in the long run.

Now, it might suggest that you seek counseling or a psychiatrist. Don’t be ashamed to do this. There has been a stigma about mental health for way too long.  But talk to your doctor about that.

Attitude adjustment

This might be the hardest change of them all. Changing your physical and mental health might be complex if you constantly think you are going to fail. That’s why talking to someone can be soimportant. We all need help sometimes, so don’t be embarrassed to ask.

Staying with it

So now you have seen a doctor, and they have given you directions on how to change your life. What’s next? Stick with it. Don’t give up when you feel like quitting. There will always be setbacks when you leave your diet or forget to take your medications, but start each day with the thought that you are going to keep trying and keep moving forward.