How True Aging Manifests Itself, and It's Not About Wrinkles on Your Skin

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"Nothing is older than an old man without illusions" Serge Bouchard.

The idea behind this is that the passage of time affects us not only physically, but also emotionally and mentally. Wrinkles and marks on our skin may be considered external signs of aging, but they do not necessarily reflect true internal youth or maturity.

In fact, what really matters is a person's ability to maintain their dreams, aspirations, and hopes as they age. When we lose our enthusiasm, curiosity, and ability to dream, we begin to feel old.

With the years the skin wrinkles, but only the refusal of the thirst to live, to know, to rejoice hurts the soul. Grief, doubt, mistrust and the fear of despair are those years that bend the heart and plunge the spirit of man into the shadow.

“Whether you are 60 or 16, there is in every human heart the lure of wonder, the unfailing childlike appetite for what will happen next, and the joy of playing at life.” Samuel Ullman

True aging is not measured by the wrinkles on his skin, but by the wrinkles of his dreams and hopes.

The heart doesn't really age, only the skin wrinkles. Real aging doesn't happen by simply counting your age, but when we let go of our minds and our dreams.

Deep in our hearts there is a place called love. Life is made of leaves that envelop it, and its flowers radiate beauty, hope, happiness and illusion.

Together they form a garden of impressions which we must tend and clean from time to time so that over time it will reach its greatest splendor.

The fact that we have looked at many calendars in no way diminishes our ability to love, realize our dreams and enjoy life as a couple.

It is true that over time we may acquire certain vices, habits or personality traits. However, this is not a negative phenomenon, since the ability to adapt to changes is also part of the aging process.

“My grandmother lived a life that was filled to the brim. At 89, she became the oldest person in Britain to pass the Advanced Latin Dance Practical Exam. At 90, she became the oldest golfer to score a hole-in-one. My grandmother never stopped learning. At 95, she read Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time, becoming one of the few people to have read the book from beginning to end. Shortly before her death (she died at 99), my grandmother went on a round-the-world cruise. She laughed heartily when she was accidentally left in Jamaica in her bathing suit. Her attitude was clear: you only get one life, and you have to make the most of it.” Richard Branson

Where some see old age, others see the beauty of years gone by. Beauty goes far beyond vigor, rosy cheeks and red lips.

The key is to cultivate inner beauty, to maintain love, hope and joy in life despite physical changes. It is through new experiences, developing relationships with others, and accepting our age that we can continue to find the true magnificence of life, regardless of the age on our passport.

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Accumulating youth is an art.

"Let me keep my wrinkles, it took me a lifetime to get them" Anna Magnani

It's okay if you start to notice grey hairs and wrinkles appearing in unexpected places on your face. What's really important is that you've gained experience and knowledge and understand how important it is to develop and not waste a second of your life.

The energy of youthful spirit is not limited to a certain stage of our existence or a certain age. In fact, youth is not a period, but a state of mind.

Too often we seek to find the elixir of eternal youth, when what we should be looking for is eternal vitality.

Our years are the most beautiful thing in the world, because it means that you are alive and still have the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge. True youth is expressed in constant curiosity, a thirst for knowledge and the ability to be surprised by daily discoveries. When we maintain an open mind, mental flexibility and a desire for personal growth, we keep the flame of youth alive within us.

Don't add years to your life, add life to your years! Shri Ram Chandra

People who have decided to add life to their years have long since thrown out of their heads the limiting thoughts of “I can’t” and understand that age should not be an obstacle.

These people do not see wrinkles on their hearts because their soul cannot become wrinkled. On the contrary, it continues to grow and be enriched by life experience.

Our faces may show signs of time, but our eyes will continue to shine with the sparkle of those who know that life is meant to be lived fully, to breathe deeply.

"Happiness excludes old age. He who retains the ability to see beauty does not age." Franz Kafka

Never lose hope, even when it seems like your strength is fading. Let each year leave its mark on your skin, testifying to the moments you have lived through and the difficulties you have overcome.

Become a thief of time, seizing every moment and making it eternal in your memory. Never deny yourself the pleasure of remembering moments of joy and achievement.

Accumulate memories, for they are what give depth and meaning to our existence. Face your present with strength and courage, knowing that each new day offers opportunities for growth, happiness, and personal fulfillment.

Make your years shine by fully engaging in life, pursuing your passions, and cultivating meaningful relationships. Earn respect by living your values, demonstrating integrity, and empathy for others. Charm your existence by appreciating every moment and finding beauty in the little things in everyday life. Living this way, you can fully enjoy the journey of no return, knowing that you have given your best effort, creating a life filled with meaning and precious memories.

Remember that every day is a new opportunity, a blank page to write with passion and determination. Age should never be a barrier, but rather a motivation to live intensely and give our best at every step of our journey.

What do you think about this? When does a person start to age? Share in the comments!