But the best answer I give them is that there’s never a place in life when we arrive at a plateau where we’re totally healthy human beings needing no further work.
And when I say that they sometimes seem puzzled.
While I don't pretend to know what they're thinking, they seem to wonder why someone in his mid-70s doesn't have it together.
But I don't believe life works like that. I believe life’s a journey. Not a destination. I think we can always do things to improve ourselves. And part of living successfully - in my mind - is to continually improve.
For example, I'm still learning to remain calm in the face of anger and frustration. I'm still learning to react in a way that's healthy.
I work to improve my fitness and I’m always looking for different workout routines to help me.
Even though I'm fluent in Spanish - and can read and write it - I'm still learning more.
I write this blog each day in an effort to keep my brain functional - and to learn to communicate more effectively.
I took a 60 hour course in hypnosis this year to improve my counseling skills.
I read the newspaper every day to keep up with current events. I read at least two books a month.
The point is, God blessed us with a wonderful, creative mind and the opportunity to grow. We should do that to the best of our ability.
I read the newspaper every day to keep up with current events. I read at least two books a month.
The point is, God blessed us with a wonderful, creative mind and the opportunity to grow. We should do that to the best of our ability.
