The Biggest 50 You Could Ever Live. How I plan to turn my 50’s into my best years ever—and how you can too.

It’s hard to believe I’m over 50 now! I surely don’t feel like a fifty plus year old…I feel more like 39.

I think back to when I was a child, seeing the adults around me and thinking how old they looked. They may have only been in their 30s and 40s, but to us kids they were old. I always remember looking at their hands and thinking how wrinkled they looked.

But nowadays, I look at some of these same people, who are now in their seventies—and they don’t look so old to me. People are healthier and happier in their later years.

So what does this being over 50 thing mean to me? Well…it doesn’t mean I’m old. It means I have come to a point in my life where I am starting yet another new chapter.

In this chapter, I will step out of my comfort zone even more than I already have. I will try out new things. I will meet new people. I will do what I’m passionate about. And I will feel even more confident about myself.

This is also a time of transition. I’m saying goodbye to those childbearing years and accepting menopause. I am celebrating and saying goodbye to those periods. I’m welcoming and accepting those hot flashes—whether or not they arrive. No worries about unexpected pregnancies? Sounds good! I think women can enjoy sex more in their fifties.

Are all of these changes easy for you and me to enjoy? Sagging breasts, those chicken wings under your arms, that stubborn belly fat, wrinkles, grey hair? All I know is that accepting and acknowledging these changes can help us to love ourselves.

You can always work on changing your body by eating healthily or exercising regularly. If you really want to change your body there are other procedures: breast enlargement or reduction, facelifts, eyelifts, and more. If you have the time and money, then all the power to you!

On the other hand, you could simply visit your favourite hairstylist and get your hair dyed. Pamper yourself once in a while; go for that manicure or full body massage.

If you are single, celebrate the fact that you are single. If you are in a relationship, celebrate the fact that you have someone special in your life. You are that hot, sexy woman. Light up the room when you walk into it. Feel confident with every step you take. Put on those heels and that little black dress—or whatever makes you feel sexy.

Go on…do it! Step out of that comfort zone!

Yes, turning 50 was milestone for me. Is it for you? We are full of knowledge at this point. Personally, I have learned a lot in the past 25+ years alone. And I learned more about myself than anything else.

I learned to live life for me, and do what I want to do. I learned how I want to be treated by a partner. I learned what I don’t want in a partner. I learned to be the best mom I could be. I learned to be there for my children whenever they needed me. Most of all, I learned to love myself.

I know how to put that self-love into practice in this new phase of my life. I’ve thrown away those old clothes that don’t fit me anymore. I’ve gone out to buy some new fun clothes that make me feel great. Hey, I even bought a bikini. It has been years since I’ve dared to wear one, or even thought of trying one on. And you know what? I look pretty damn good. For a woman who has given birth to four boys, I must say I look damn hot.

Being over 50 really isn’t so bad. In fact, I might just be in my prime. I’m making the 50’s truly big! Are these the biggest years of your life too? If not, what can you do to love being 50ish?

Here are 10 tips for living the Biggest 50 you could ever live:

1. Remember 50 is the new 30!
2. Recognize your gifts and challenges; this clarity is important for living the life you want to live.
3. Love yourself first. If you don’t love yourself how can you expect anyone else to?
4. Be your authentic self. No more hiding.
5. Pamper yourself…Yes, go for that weekly or monthly massage!
6. Buy that sexy piece of lingerie, even if you are the only one who will see it. Wear it under your clothes when you go out, and see how that makes you feel. Kinda daring most likely!
7. Spend time with people who make you happy and love you for you.
8. Step out of your comfort zone! Try out a new activity. White water rafting? Meeting new people? Choose whatever puts you out of your comfort zone.
9. Live life with a positive attitude…no Negative Nancy’s here!
10. Go out and have fun. Let loose, love life, and live it to the fullest. This is your time to shine!

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