We’re often taught to think of aging as something to fix — fix your body, fix your memory, fix your energy, fix your plan. But aging isn’t a problem. It's a process that benefits from awareness, intention, and perspective. Where have you noticed yourself thinking, “I need to fix this,” when it might really be an invitation to pay attention instead? It could be about your energy, your home, your routines, your social life, or how you think about the future. No fixing required — just noticing.

Getting older brings a lot of changes. It is something we all experience differently. The thing I hear the most at the nursing home I work is 'I never thought I would end up like this'. When you think about aging, what honestly worries or scares you the most? It’s not always easy to talk about, and there’s no right or wrong answer here. If you feel comfortable sharing, I'd really like to hear your thoughts.

Mobility doesn’t usually disappear overnight — it changes quietly. In this interview, we talk about how physical therapy can be a proactive relationship, not something you wait to need after a fall or injury. We discuss early signs to notice, why establishing a PT baseline matters, and how small mobility changes can affect long-term independence. 📚 This interview is also saved in the Classroom so you can watch (or rewatch) it anytime.

Today, I am not afraid but I have been….afraid of the responsibility of caring for my partner, of loss. Today, however, I am practicing staying in the present moment and the moment is really good. We have made “plans” and are in the midst of seeing some of them come into fruition. We are also sinking deeper into our faith. The promises that we have chosen to believe have brought us great comfort. Also, we did 4 hour long family sessions with Allison when we earnestly began this journey and that was a great help.

The Openly Aging Collective — Our 2026 Flow As we move into 2026, I want to be clear and intentional about how this community works. This space is designed to support clear thinking, curiosity, and confidence about aging — without urgency, pressure, or emotional labor. Here’s the simple rhythm you can expect: 📚 Monthly Educational Content (On Your Time) Each month, I’ll share two recorded videos: 1. One Professional Interview. A recorded conversation with a trusted professional in the aging space — such as physical therapy, mental health, home safety, medicine, or lifestyle support.These interviews are educational and practical, focused on helping you understand what to notice and how to stay ahead of change. 👉 Look for our first professional interview to be published this week — a conversation with a physical therapist focused on mobility and staying independent as we age. 2. One Teaching Video From Me. A recorded video focused on mindset, awareness, and intentional aging — helping you think about how you want to age and what deserves your attention now. Both videos are: - Calm and structured - Designed to be watched when it works for you - Meant to inform, not overwhelm 💬 Weekly Conversation Starters (Optional) Once a week, I’ll post a simple prompt — a question or reflection — to help you think more intentionally about your own aging journey. You’re welcome to: - Respond - Read others’ thoughts - Or simply reflect privately - There is no expectation to share or participate. Why This Structure Works This community is not designed to: - Be emotionally heavy - Replace professional or personal support - Require ongoing engagement It is designed to: - Offer steady, thoughtful education - Normalize open conversations about aging - Help you stay informed before decisions are forced Aging well doesn’t come from reacting in the moment — it comes from awareness over time. I’m glad you’re here and look forward to sharing this next chapter with you.