How do you feel about getting older?

Question

Okay, so I'm only 24, but nearing 25. I feel like, "Wow, this is it...no more going back to being a teen, or even a 21 year old." It is kind of overwhelming, and can even be a bit frightening. How do you feel?

Answer 1

Ya know, I kinda went through this when I was in my late 20's. i remember looking in the mirror the night before my 29th birthday and saying to myself;"I'm looking into 30 year old eyes"...lol.
Well, now I'm 45, and I can tell you life has never been better. In that time, since i looked into those 30 year old eyes, I've raised 3 amazing children. I've got a a cool career. I got mad energy...I can still go out on a ball field and play 3rd base. Life in alot of ways is much simpler than it was 15 or so years ago. I'm good with myself. Ive learned how to not get hung up on the things that don't matter, and to stay focused on the things that do. things like life, love beauty, family.....it's all good. Trust me, Hun,....your just starting out....you got your whole life. Age is just a date on my license. My hair is a little thinner.....my goatee a little grayer....and some mornings...the muscles are a little stiffer...but I wouldn't want to trade for anything. Don't sweat the age thing.....the best is really yet to come.

Answer 2

I am turning 31 tomorrow. It was hard turning 30. I loved my
20's. If I could go back and do them again I would. I'm not saying that it was all picture perfect. I had some crappy relationships and other not so fun times, but I grew from them and learned to move on. I guess looking back, I realize how young being in the 20's is and I wished I would of packed more into each day, more learning, more friends, more partying and whatever. Live life to the fullest and you won't have any regrets. Don't worry about getting old until you are 70. You are still YOUNG!!! Have fun with it.

Answer 3

I am a little more than twice your age, but over that time I have made some good friendships, and shared some great experiences travelling with others around the country.

When you are interacting with others at work or on vacation, age does not become an issue. Living, loving and learning become events that take on greater importance than the fear of aging.

Each personal accomplishment becomes a milestone of growth in maturity that transcends age and makes you more open to new opportunites.

So go and grow!

Answer 4

A little bit frightened, to be honest. But I try not to think so much about it. I see quite a few happy and healthy old people around.

Answer 5

girl been there and felt the same way. I just turned 26 and i say just embrase who you are and enjoy your life you only get one. So dont waste it trying to go back and grow old and grumpy. Just think of it this way, you can do things you had to sneak and do when you were 16 and you can legally get in that "club" now. At this point you should be having the time of your life. Girl you are a GROWN *** WOMAN!!! Enjoy.....

Answer 6

At first I liked getting older but now with the body aches starting....I wish I were 25 again.

Answer 7

It sucks, but you just gotta go with it. There is no point in sitting around fretting because there is not much we can do. Just live each day to the fullest, that is all we can do.

Answer 8

i'm coming up on my 34th b-day, it's really no biggy.don't sweat the small stuff, and age is one thing we can't change lol.just look back and see what you have accomplished since you became an adult, hopefully that helps a bit.

Answer 9

i think its wonderful. A whole new set of learning experiences from a older view. (i am a year younger).

Answer 10

getting older is great im only 29 about 2 be 30 next mo... and its great................................
unless u meet DUMB ppl that ask s hi t like this