We celebrate childbirth – despite physical pain; we celebrate graduations – despite the fear of going out into world; we celebrate all kinds of transitions so wouldn’t it make sense to celebrate this one?

We’ve bought into some sort of societal idea about youth that has caused us to dread this transition. But we have to let go of our death grip on ‘youth’ to embrace the beauty and wisdom of aging.

It’s a choice we make. Do you choose to be miserable about the inevitable or do you choose to celebrate life? Because that’s what this is – life!

So try this: Write down five reasons why this time of your life could be wonderful/great/awesome, etc. if you were willing to choose this way of thinking.

Here are my five:

1. No more periods – hallelujah!

2. I get to explore new worlds – even inside myself.

3. I can use the wisdom I’ve gained to make the rest of my life the best ever and to help others!

4. Life is taking on a new richness.

5. I’m content for the first time in my entire life!!

So what about you??