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How do you practice self-care?

As someone on the “wiser” side of 50, I’ve come to realize that self-care isn’t just a buzzwordit’s a lifeline. It’s about nurturing yourself physically, mentally, and financially to live a fulfilling, balanced life. In this post, I’ll dive into the physical aspect of self-care, with plans to explore the mental and spiritual side in a future piece. Let’s get started with how I keep my body strong and energized. A Simple, Sustainable Fitness Routine Staying active is non-negotiable at this stage of life. I follow a five-day-a-week exercise schedule that keeps me fit without overwhelming my schedule or joints. My go-to workouts include resistance band exercises and bodyweight movementsthink squats, push-ups, and stretches that build strength and flexibility. These low-impact routines are kind to my body while still delivering results. On weekends, I swap the gym for a two-kilometer walk to our local market. It’s a gentle, refreshing way… How do you practice self-care?

variety of cupcakes

What’s your favorite candy?

In my family, asking about favorite candy is practically a forbidden topic. Why? Because lurking in the branches of my family tree are high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, fatty liveryou name it, and some relative has it. It’s like a medical bingo card where everyone’s a winner (or loser, depending on how you look at it). Now, it’s not that I don’t have a sweet tooth. I dobut it has been pruned, shaped, and disciplined like a carefully maintained bonsai. Take my tea, for example. I use just half a teaspoon of sugar. That 250g packet of sugar I bought months ago? Still going strong. Sweets, candies, cakes, chocolates,cup cakes, ice-creamsI have to be cautious around them. Too cautious. In fact, I should probably stop thinking about them right now before I start craving something I shouldn’t.