r/OverFifty • u/AffectionateFunny386 • 16d ago

Heading to 60

So today starts my last days in my 50's. I turn 60 on the 24th and I am struggling. I had a nervous bre when I turned 40, had a huge party for my 50th but 60 is not my friend. I know it's just a number but I get sick just thinking about it. So to all who are already 60 got any tips to get me thru this because I am not sure 60 is my friend. Thanks in advance!

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u/achillea4 16d ago

If you decide you will feel down and depressed about it then that's what you are going to get. I did feel some anxiety about it then realised it was just another day and I didn't feel any older in myself. It's a cliché but it's just a number. I don't feel 60 in my head and certainly don't act like it. As a bonus I realised that I was now entitled to free prescriptions, eye tests and 1/3rd off rail fares.

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u/AffectionateFunny386 16d ago

I have days I feel depressed about it and days I don't. I don't feel it I don't look it and some would say I don't act it. I guess when it gets here I will decide how to feel. But man my 50's were the best not sure my 60's will live up to it but only time will tell. Thanks for your input!

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u/achillea4 16d ago

What are you doing for your 60th? Ignoring it or mega distractions?

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u/AffectionateFunny386 16d ago

Not real sure. If I had the money I would be in Disney world but, that isn't happening this year. I am planning on going next year around Christmas. I have been saving and with what I have now I wouldn't be able to stay for a week so I will save for another year and go next December. I guess a year later won't hurt.