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THE BEAUTY IN AGEING

26/12/2020

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​Our January topic of conversation is The Beauty in Ageing and in this month’s edition we have three articles in particular where the authors offer some of their own insights and understanding of the ageing process: ‘Only Skin Deep’ from Kathryn, ‘Growing Out the Greys’ from Suzanne and ‘Magnificence at Play’ from Sandra.
​The beauty in ageing can be expressed in many ways. For some it can be about how they view themselves as they age, without judgement and thereby lovingly accepting the tell-tale lines on their face and the sagging skin as the body loses muscle tone, still able to see the beauty in this phase of life.
 
If caught in judgement, there are a trillion expectations, ‘shoulds’ and ‘musts’ we can ‘buy into’ that inhibit our ability to lovingly hold and care for ourselves as we age.
 
For others it is the absolute delight in getting to that age where they can let go of worrying about what others think. Expressing more freely without trying to second-guess what others will be comfortable with, choosing clothes that feel beautiful on their body rather than a ‘look’ to gain approval, so being more authentic.
 
It could be that for some, retirement and letting go of the burdens of holding down a job, raising a family and paying off the mortgage is finding the beauty in ageing, while for others it might be more about an appreciation of how they’ve developed as a person over the years, recognising how much they’ve grown and how that has allowed them to live with more harmony and wisdom in their relationships.
 
We invite you to share with us anything you have noticed about yourself and others that might help to expand our awareness regarding the beauty of ageing.
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Gayle Cue
2/1/2021 03:38:25 pm

I love that this question is posed. In truth I do still sort of get surprised when I catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror. Who is that older woman? And even more startled when I see a photograph of myself.So if I were to take a marker based on looks or smoothness of skin, it would be difficult to find the beauty in ageing. Fortunately, the grace of ageing helps us see through those superficial markers of what beauty is. With each passing day, I love myself more deeply because I love everyone more deeply. That, to me, is the true beauty of ageing. I feel as we age, we have the opportunity to embrace humanity as a whole, we are less obsessed with our own individuality. We are no longer striving to accomplish the big impossible tasks, we are easier on ourselves and others. These are the movements of the beauty of ageing.

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Annie Mack
11/1/2021 12:40:15 pm

Yes if I look only at outer appearance in the mirror without really looking at who I am, then it can be quite surreal and could I say depressing at times, as I don't feel like a woman in her 60's. However when I look beyond my physical appearance I can truly feel the beauty and qualities of what I hold within and then ageing is welcomed as I know without my years gone past I would not have the wisdom in my body for myself and others which grows all the stronger as the years go by.

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Bernadette Curtin
3/1/2021 08:18:30 am

When the beauty, delicateness and appreciation is felt on the inside it radiates out beyond the wrinkles and white hair for others to feel. There is beauty in ageing when young people feel safe in our elder presence, when they feel loved and respected, and when they can just be themselves. The beauty in ageing has a lot to do with what we bring to others.

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Lynne Paull-McLeod
12/1/2021 12:00:32 pm

I love what you have each shared here ladies. True beauty comes from our essence, who we truly are within. I noticed years ago that I could look at myself in the mirror when I'm being critical of myself and only see the flaws, an ugliness. Yet five minutes later, having realised I was being hard on myself and adopting a more loving approach, the reflection in the mirror looking back at me would be quite beautiful. It's astounding how often I would see this happen, and can still today if I'm having a bit of a rough day. It's a great marker for me.

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