(How) did you come to terms with physical signs of aging?

A friend I grew up with died suddenly and tragically when we were in our early twenties. When I feel this way, I remind myself that not everyone gets to get older. It truly is a privilege.

Personally, I dye my hair because I like it - have since well before I had a single gray - and I use sunscreen and wear sun hats. I eat well and exercise and prioritize sleep. I wear clothes I like and have fun with my style. I don't look twenty anymore, but I feel better and am happier with my appearance, my life, and myself than I was when I was younger.

I used to wonder if I'd want Botox or something one day, but honestly, I really don't think about it anymore. I've struggled through some difficult jobs and it's made me realize that I want my money for other things - to travel with my partner, to go back to school, to eat good food, to have the freedom to leave a toxic workplace, to retire earlier. Personally, I'd rather use my money for those things than to pretend I'm still 25.

I make it point not to spend time around assholes, including but not limited to sexist assholes who harbor beliefs about women that are absolute trash. There's a lot of garbage out there, but your value lies in your humanity and your heart, not in your youth.

Find/focus on your people, your goals, your dreams, and your physical and mental well-being.

/r/AskWomenOver30 Thread