Turning 40 - Page 2

BlueSkyandSunshine · 05-07-2008, 12:50 PM

Turning 30 ...
Turning 40 ...
Turning 50 ...

Or whatever age. I think maybe it's not so much about the number, but rather looking at who we are - right now - and not feeling satisfied. Not feeling satisfied with our bodies, our identities, our families, our role(s) or (enter your dissatisfaction here).

I really like what Charski said about focusing on the positive. We only have control over three things: our thoughts, what we visualize internally, and our actions. Perhaps focusing your thoughts on what you'd like the future to look like, and taking action toward that, then turning 40 may be the best experience in your life yet... You've already taken one positive action and that's being a part of "lowcarbfriends".

Lori

If the Bible interests you at all, there's a verse that talks about what to set our thoughts on - what's true, what's noble, what's admirable, excellent and praiseworthy.

Like Charski said, "Look at things with a positive mindset as much as possible. Realize that you can't change some things, so you learn to accept - like aging gracefully!"

I think I'll adopt this too! (I'm headed toward 44 this year

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Valentine Baby · 05-11-2008, 05:18 PM

OMG! Woman! 40's are AWSOME! I love my 40's! The kids are grown yes. But they will still need you! I love when my daughter of 23 calls and say... Can me and my room mate come over and eat your leftovers? It's so great! Don't get depressed. Grandchildren are comming! wooohoooo! I can't wait!

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05-07-2008, 12:50 PM	#31 (permalink)
BlueSkyandSunshine Junior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3 Gallery: BlueSkyandSunshine WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 2008	Turning 30 ... Turning 40 ... Turning 50 ... Or whatever age. I think maybe it's not so much about the number, but rather looking at who we are - right now - and not feeling satisfied. Not feeling satisfied with our bodies, our identities, our families, our role(s) or (enter your dissatisfaction here). I really like what Charski said about focusing on the positive. We only have control over three things: our thoughts, what we visualize internally, and our actions. Perhaps focusing your thoughts on what you'd like the future to look like, and taking action toward that, then turning 40 may be the best experience in your life yet... You've already taken one positive action and that's being a part of "lowcarbfriends". Lori If the Bible interests you at all, there's a verse that talks about what to set our thoughts on - what's true, what's noble, what's admirable, excellent and praiseworthy. Like Charski said, "Look at things with a positive mindset as much as possible. Realize that you can't change some things, so you learn to accept - like aging gracefully!" I think I'll adopt this too! (I'm headed toward 44 this year )

05-11-2008, 05:18 PM	#32 (permalink)
Valentine Baby MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: WI Posts: 2,319 Gallery: Valentine Baby Stats: 190/190/135ish - 5'3.5" 45 yrs. HW 210 lbs. WOE: Atkins Start Date: 11/18/2005 restarting 05/11/08 at 190	OMG! Woman! 40's are AWSOME! I love my 40's! The kids are grown yes. But they will still need you! I love when my daughter of 23 calls and say... Can me and my room mate come over and eat your leftovers? It's so great! Don't get depressed. Grandchildren are comming! wooohoooo! I can't wait!