FACE OF FIFTY

What Matters Most

1/20/2021

The best thing about getting older is the wisdom and discernment that you gain. You learn (finally) what really matters most. Things you should hold on to and things you should definitely let go! Here are three things I've learned that matter most:

1. Love- Love manifests itself in many ways with many people throughout our lifetime. It is the one thing that ALL humans need to thrive. So when you find it, cherish it and give all the love you can in return.

2. Family- Whether by blood or a family that you create yourself with friends, that human connection is essential to our well being. Having an unconditional support system gives us a sense of belonging in a world so vast, we have OUR people and our safe place to land.

3. Health- When you're younger you take your health for granted, but as you get older you realize the saying "health is wealth" is so very true. When you take care of your body, it will take care of you. As we age, it's important that we do whatever we can to stay strong, and healthy so that we can live independently and vibrantly.

What is something that matters most to you?

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It's Your Turn

1/12/2021

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I spent some time ruminating on the topic of the very first blog post for the Face of Fifty. I wanted it to be inspiring and insightful, while also being funny and fierce. But as the days passed, I realized it should be something more– a plea to women.

As women, especially black women, we often aren't allowed to be who we are fully, completely, without judgement or shame. Well, to hell with that! At this age, we've earned the right to finally be at peace. Peace with our hair, our bodies, our pasts, our minds, our thoughts, our decisions, and our feelings. Embrace who you are fully. You've mothered, cared for, pampered, supported, and put everyone else first for far too long– now it's YOUR turn.

Three questions to ask yourself TODAY:
1. What do I like to do? (Don't consider anyone else.)
2. What is the best thing about me? (Don't name anything about your appearance.)
3. What am I good at? (Don't hold back or try to be humble! Maybe you can't sing but perhaps you're great at math or baking or decorating.)

Now take these answers and consider how you can create more joy and purpose in your daily life. As you enter the next decades, stages, and phases of your life, how can you become happier, healthier, and more at peace? It might involve being alone. It might be scary. It might be uncomfortable. It will definitely require change. But you must do it. We do not have the luxury of time. I implore you to put yourself first, starting TODAY. It's a choice you won't ever regret!

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