It is All Relative

There is a cliche that says "You are only as old as you feel." Personally, I cringe at this. Physically, if I have not gotten enough sleep or have eaten badly, I feel much older than I really am. I know several who agree with this.

But the statement holds some wisdom whether we like it or not. There are people who are in their 90s who are by far more active than people in their 30s, and I marvel at the former. So, perhaps it is the idea that relativity is a strange fountain of youth or a mechanism of longevity.

On the flip side, it is possible that if you are as old as you feel, you can use this to increase your self-esteem - say if you feel really immature, you can work on maturity to feel older and wiser.

So, this week's contemplation is all about age. Ready yourself for a few quiet moments and think about what is your ideal age and why. Just let the answers come without self-criticism or censor. When you have a few thoughts about this, then contemplate on the following:

I am as old as I want to be and my mind can help manifest this so I look, feel, and act that age.