View Full Version : Are you scared of getting old??
dlabtot
10-17-2006, 12:04 AM
i must be one of those women that improves with age
Yes, you are...
Vyanka
10-17-2006, 07:04 AM
I'm not afraid of it, or thrilled about it.
My parents don't look bad at their age and they don't even live a healthy life style! Which I always try to pursue them to change that.
I'm more afraid of my body changing. :( I love figure now. I eat fairly healthy and exercise. Don't abuse alcohol, barely drink it. I'm not a smoker either, although i'll puff once a blue moon.
Also, I DO plan on being surgically maintained in the near future. YUP, i'm gonna start saving soon too.
southstbabe
10-17-2006, 08:07 AM
Caring for yourself inside and out is what matters. I'm feeling pretty damn good for 42 these days. When I look back on some of the things I did and decessions I made when I was in my 20's, I tend to say to myself "WTF was I thinking" Sure beauty fades, but if you're just looking at the suface, you're still too immature to realize all that you have ahead of yourself.
I look at the people that I've met over the years that have touched my life, the experiences I've had that have changed and shaped it, the knowledge and wisdom that only comes with age. Face it, you think you know everything when you're young...you don't know shit.
The life ahead of you should be looked forward too, not something you should be afraid of. A year older doens't mean that much closer to your death, jeeze, you could die tomorrow for all you know. Having said that, that's why life going forward, growing older, is a blast.
Take care of yourself, do all the things we've been hearing for years, eat right, don't smoke, exersice, drink in moderation, get your sleep. You know the deal. And for further inspiration check out this thread:
http://www.stripperweb.com/forum/showthread.php?t=41081
VenusGoddess
10-17-2006, 08:12 AM
^ Agreed. You'll only look young if you think young (not immature) and take care of your body inside and out. I look back at myself when I was younger...and um...no thanks. I look better now that I'm older. I look older, but I look more glowing and more youthful (must be because I don't party and all anymore...but really, really take care of myself).
Age is just a number. What makes the difference are your eating habits and mindset.
GoldCoastGirl
10-17-2006, 09:21 AM
I just HAD to respond:
......the fact that you're moving closer to death are kind of scarey.....
Hate to point out the obvious however you are close to death each and every single day in numerous ways. Death kills no matter the age.
I dealt with my mortality and morality issues at a very young age hence I am unusual in that I do not fear death (i just fear the WAY I am going to die not dying in and of itself). I just see it as a very natural part of life for it is part of life. Then again, my beliefs surrounding death aren't traditional (heaven/hell).
ie. I fear a slow and painful death however I do not fear actually being dead.
Paris
10-17-2006, 10:43 AM
I can deal with "old" its the bit between now and then that bothers me.:(
Still it happens to us all I guess and there are far worse things. Granted I would much rather age than loose my arms and legs or use of them etc! I try to put things into perspective like that...
I'm so right there with you. Middle age is gonna be a weird time for me, I'm sure.
DylanAngel
10-17-2006, 11:01 AM
I'm so right there with you. Middle age is gonna be a weird time for me, I'm sure.
Well, it is a little weird. I'm too young to be old but too old to be young. I'm also perimenopausal, so there's a lot to deal with. It's not the easiest transition but on the whole, it's not so bad.
Elizabeth729
10-17-2006, 12:09 PM
Just thought I'd weigh in...I am 31 and I have found that 30 was a profound turning point in my life. I am loving being in my 30s; there is a confidence that comes with it that doesn't exist in your 20s. All of my older friends told me this but I always thought it was lame because I was already very self confident. Well, my older friends were right. Very right. There is a subtle but important shift that happens when you turn 30 and IT IS GREAT.
And remember this all of you almost-30s and over-30s:
When you are in your early 20s you are hot and sexy simply because you are young. Your body is firm, your boobs are perky and your naive attitude is charming.
BUT: When you hit your 30s you have learned sooooo much that you aren't sexy because of the way you look, you are sexy because you KNOW HOW to be sexy in a way that you didn't in your early 20s. You know how to move, you know how to smile, you know how to order the right wine with dinner and how to gracefully but firmly turn down an offer you don't want.
Its fun. Enjoy your 30s. They are great!!
VenusGoddess
10-17-2006, 01:44 PM
BUT: When you hit your 30s you have learned sooooo much that you aren't sexy because of the way you look, you are sexy because you KNOW HOW to be sexy in a way that you didn't in your early 20s. You know how to move, you know how to smile, you know how to order the right wine with dinner and how to gracefully but firmly turn down an offer you don't want.
And this is why "older" dancers can bank over young dancers. ;)
Danielle_
10-17-2006, 04:28 PM
My parents don't look bad at their age and they don't even live a healthy life style! Which I always try to pursue them to change that.
My parents are often told that they look younger than they're age too & they're senior citizens so I guess I shouldn't be too worried.
PaigeDWinter
10-17-2006, 06:11 PM
I'm terrified of getting old. Hysterically so. :'(
Katrine
10-17-2006, 06:34 PM
I find that the miserable gals in their 30's and up are that way because they bought into the youth and beauty stereotype too much themselves. They were spoiled by what they got, and never evolved as adults. Get over it! Aging is great, you are so much smarter, yet are more willing to admit how clueless you are. At least for me...I fucked around most of my 20's. It was great, and I have great stories to show for it. I look much better now too (although chunking out from no workouts....)