Age, age, age ...

Are you Wise? I scored a 4 (four) and have Relatively High Wisdom.

I know that I have been thinking about aging more than usual these past five years or so. Lately it seems so many people around me are talking, writing, documenting, or researching aging. At times, I am even sick of talking and hearing about it, and I wonder why we are all so obsessed with it. On the other hand it feels like there is a huge, global, aging support group out there.

For me, I think, the shock came as I realized I was no longer immortal. When I was younger, even though cognitively I was aware that life ends, emotionally I did not understand that mine would. I am not sure when the exact moment was that I understood I was definitely going to die. Once that happened, exploring and understanding my past took on a new meaning, became more urgent in a way. I seemed to want to find out quickly what life is all about. Just in case I died without knowing.

Otherwise, the body aging thing? Well, that is a happening and I learn it as I go. I am much less fearful or surprised by all the natural changes. Just curious and sometimes amazed at the complexity of the body and mind as they start to reach for their conclusion. No doubt about it. I will be sad to leave. Parting has never been easy for me.

I am sure it will be difficult:

Bidding farewell to the budding trees and fresh new green leaves, glorious birds, dear friends and cherished family members, winter snows, and all those new experiences that crop up throughout life.

For me, however, the most intriguing part of all in this aging business, is ...

... the letting go ...

Comments

[tamarika]

Yes, Joared, I agree. Health would definitely influence my perspective about dying. Although, I am like you. I just do not want to *miss* anything!

[Joared]

I found myself in the Realtively High Wisdom category also. All I can think of is there are so many different kinds of wisdom.

I think of many aging related issues, my experiences, but specifically for me, my primary thought is what all I will miss when I die. You see, I don't want to miss anything, but know I must.

I think my thoughts and attitudes toward dying might be viewed from a different perspective were health problems to develop. I just hope I could sustain a positive and optimistic outlook within my limitations.

[tamarika]

3.8 is fine, AlwaysQuestion. Just fine! Wisdom is all relative anyway.

[AlwaysQuestion]

3.8... room for improvement.

[tamarika]

Hello there Mark!
But then, I always knew you were wise.
Smiles.