Conscious Aging: Our Physical Self

As we age and move into the latter phases of adulthood, we no doubt witness the changes to our physical selves, a loss of hair, skin tone, muscle mass, and agility. We may even see ourselves coming to resemble an aged parent. These changes naturally can arouse fear. But how we respond to these changes is in our power. When we accept and love our physical selves as we care for a loved one, we can choose to adopt habits to foster a healthy future self, adopting habits that also express love for ourselves now.

In this short talk and reflection, we consider the phenomenon of our aging physical self.

Music by Piano Calm Music “Relaxing Time”; image by Miroslaw i Joanna Bucholc; both from Pixabay.

Reviews

Thank you for the very thoughtful meditation on aging - something I think a lot about these days. I like the concept of three paths to choose between and acting for the benefit of my future self. Nice.

Thank you for this meditation. Your concept of training with love for our future self is beautiful. It refreshed my perspective on aging.

I think this philosophy is so important. I want to grow old gracefully so that I can enjoy and actively participate in life for many more years to come.

A good reminder to accept the process and go forward with a positive plan and mindset to make the most of this inevitable part of the journey 🙏

A lovely reframe for me on cultivating a healthy ageing approach.Thank you.