What’s a truth about aging that no one prepared you for?

Folks in the age group of 32 and above. What significant change you saw in your life post 30 both in terms of health and work? What do you wish you had done better or a piece of advice for the ones in 20’s. I understand good workouts, healthy eating and financial discipline are top of the list. Would love to get some perspectives beyond that.

Age is a very controversial topic (which I find surprising, though I kinda understand why). Many people crib about growing up, and often remain too deep in the nostalgia of their youth - forever wishing to go back. Personally, I like growing older. I can see myself having improved significantly from how naïve I used to be. I’m not looking forward to creaky bones, degrading brain capacity and the eventual downfall of human civilisation (just speculating). But I feel that aging - and eventually dying - is what gives any sense of progression and conclusion to life. Would appreciate perspectives from others on Grapevine. What do you guys think? :) (Also, sorry if I ruined your day by randomly reminding you that you’re ageing. 🥲)

I know the question sounds weird, but hear me out. Have seen a couple of deaths in the extended family where my 2 cousins between 27-30 age have passed away and now seeing their parents/spouses/babies suffer. I want to be a bit prepared in case I suddenly happen to depart this world in the same way. I know that there's no way I can prepare for the emotional turmoil that my family will go through but at least I can try to reduce some hassle and provide some financial help. I have a term insurance of 1.75 Cr. And I just realised that though I have it, nobody knows the details like policy number etc. So, I'm preparing a document with those details. What else do you think we should be prepared for?

My parents are in their 70s now, and I'm constantly worried about their health and well-being. They live in another state, and I feel guilty for not being there more often. How do you balance caring for aging parents with your own life and responsibilities? Any advice for long-distance caregiving? This whole situation is giving me major anxiety.

This causes a serious meltdown in an instant. Just sharing here so that if anyone reads this.. reach out to your folks and love them with all. 🙂