So I always had a fear of getting older (losing my independence, fading looks, etc.) but I just recently got over the vanity part. I think most of us would like stay looking fresh and young but thats just not possible yet...cant stay 25 forever. Now my concern is the independence aspect. I want to be able live by myself and do activities of daily life. The stuff we take for granted, such as brushing our teeth and flossing, taking a shower, exercising, being able to walk, not being so damn fragile and immobile. I always say dying is easy, living is hard. Dying is a way out, no more suffering and set backs. Living is good as long as our quality of life is good. You dont need to be wealthy but you should be healthy, what good is all the money in the world if your health is bad...bad enough to spoil your days and nights. Okay so what I am getting at is it really possible for us to grow old and independent till our final days? Or all we all destined to go to the nursing home where we will be neglected, mistreated, and simply just ignored. This is the Winter that I wanna stay warm in. I am in the Fall and Spring of my life (Im 25) but the years go by quickly and soon I will be an old man. I can deal with the fading looks as mentioned (although men have it easier when it comes to that, heck even some grey hair and wrinkles/fine lines can look distinct and handsome still but with women it can be devastating, I feel your pain though ladies). I eat right (90% of the time) and exercise every day, try to reduce my stress and stay out of the sun. People tend to think I am 2-3 years younger than my actual age so that feels good. But how many old people you know who are still living on their own? Seeing old people at the hospital and in a care home is constant reminder that I need to stay in shape and take care of myself. We only get one body, its a temple and it must be cherished to prosper. Thoughts/input?



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Actually though, there are guys who look like crap as they age, and women for whom it seems like time stands still. Its all in your genes....look at your dad/grandfather to see what you have ahead of you...



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