Rodney Yee and Colleen Saidman! 

Last weekend, I enjoyed watching their special on PBS called, “The Practical Power of Yoga.”  I almost screamed, “Get out!!!” much like Elaine Bemis in the t.v. show “Seinfeld” when Colleen referred to herself being in the fifth decade of life!  Both her and her husband Rodney are 50 years old!  They look like they are 30 years old, in my humble opinion.

That’s it!  I’m keeping up with my yoga practice!

I know that I look good for my age (I’m close to 37 years old myself), but this brings new motivation to my life–seriously!

I’ve always been an active athlete most of my life, along with eating well.  I’ve taken good care of myself.  I’m not one to buy into the limiting beliefs about aging.  I refuse to actually.  I still wear Roxy t-shirts now and then.  I wear Vans and Converse.  I listen to punk.  I have never had cosmetic surgery, but I do color my hair (I like variety).  I rarely wear makeup and everyone compliments me on my skin. 

For me, it’s not just the things I’ve done physically, but also, mentally.  I’ve been mostly a positive person so far in my life.  Being positive keeps you young and looking and feeling great!

Plus, I really think that by me choosing not to watch television this year, I’ve let go of some of the limiting beliefs about aging.  I am not constantly subjecting myself to commercials for Botox, incontinence medications, menopause, and the like.  And, do you notice how most of the commericals are focused on people in their 20-40’s?  American culture has a long way to go when it comes to fairly representing all age groups in a positive way in advertising.

I’ve also stopped reading most fashion and beauty magazines.  When I read them, I’d find myself wanting a certain product or outfit.  I also notice that most of the models are in their 20’s or younger.  I can’t relate to them.  I’ve got muscle ’cause I’ve worked out all of my life.  Yeah, sure I’m a size 4 and can wear some of those clothes–I do at times.  But, I just don’t get into the whole consumerism bit any more.  I decided to find my happiness through other means than shopping!

But, back to the age subject.  Seriously, I never remember my late grandparents acting their age.  They were both active all of their lives.  They helped many people.  My late grandma had friends of all ages.  She was a fiery red-head and a mentor to many younger women besides myself.  So, being youthful is about service too.  The more you give, the younger you’ll stay.

And, I really think that growing up is optional.  Who wants to be all serious and well, grown up.  This is boring.  I’m not advocating being irresponsible, but rather, seeing the world as a fun, exciting place filled with possibilities–retaining that childlike state of wonder.  It’s a more fun place to be.

I’m choosing to be young and to stay that way

Blessings,

Lisa