Meditation in the coronavirus crisis calms our minds, reduces anxiety, and changes our perspective. Social distancing gives us a chance to start new habits. Tips, a poem, and a message: you cannot fail.
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At 75, I wondered what would keep my old brain healthy. My cognitive skills improved in my 70s because dancing exercises the aging brain.
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At 75, I wanted to fix my weak and creaky old-lady voice. Let me tell you how that worked out. I’m Rachel McAlpine, I’m learning how to be old, and I’m talking to you, with my very own voice.
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At 75 I wondered whether my social life was future-proofed, if that’s possible. Research shows that loneliness is literally a killer, so I wanted to be proactive and prevent loneliness in old age. It’s hard to make friends when you’re very old, which I would be one day. So I audited my social life and took two small steps to improve it.
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I decided to commit to hobbies as part of my preparation for old age. Hobbies provide a transition from paid employment to retirement, plus friendships, a role, and a chance for perpetual learning. I love my singing and dancing groups, but would I pass my hobbies-audit?
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