Ever feel like the older you get the more challenging it can be to function as we could in earlier days?
First, in case you missed my last post and want to find out about a new course I am working on and what wrote about the core skills for online success you can check it out here!
There was a timeā¦
There was a time I can remember when I was able to do so much, so quickly and many things at the same time.
Let me give you some examples.
When I was a teenager and worked at a burger franchise as my second job. I earned $3.50 per hour. I was able to man the grill and maintain 40 burgers at a time (dinner rush), and the condiment section at the same time for about 2-3 hours straight.
This carried on with every job I ever had. I would learn anything and become excellent at it in no time!
Into my 30ās being the cook for our family, I was able to cook almost any meal in 30 minutes to an hour. In addition, I remember when I would batch-cook and in one day I would make 3 – 4 different full meals to last the whole week, things like curry chicken, lasagna, pot of chili, roasted chicken.
When you think back to your younger days can you remember being more capable?
What itās like now.
Now in my fifties, itās a very different situation.
It takes much longer to cook, and I canāt do too many things at once. I feel like I have to focus more to make I donāt forget an ingredient or food item or process.
A simple distraction can cause me to forget what I was just doing,,, SQUIRREL!
I drop things so often and burn myself much more frequently. I even sometimes put refrigerated things in the cupboard and vise versa, then stop and think āwhat did I just doā. š
Can you relate or are you the superhero that I envy? š
I must say, sometimes I feel quite incompetent, and yes it does bother me, but we just have to come to terms with the fact we change as we age. Some more than others.
And itās okay! š
No need to beat yourself up, like I often did, itās okay!
This same process has followed me through work and now into running my business.
I donāt seem to be able to do as much work, work as fast, or multitask like I once did.
With all the learning that comes with building the skills needed for an affiliate marketing business, I find it takes longer to learn and is more challenging to retain as well as I did.
How about you, do you feel you are capable of doing less than you have in younger workdays?
Itās been the biggest challenge.
I think that has been my biggest challenge, coming to terms with the fact I canāt function as well as I have in the past, even just 5 years ago.
One thing Iām certain of is that Iām not letting it STOP me! I may take longer but Iām not stopping because itās harder.
One day at a time. One step at a time.
If this is a challenge you face youāre not alone. Take it one day at a time! As long as you donāt STOP you will continue to grow and develop.
In fact, if we focus on what we can do and not what we can no longer do weāll be in a more productive and positive mindset and move in a positive direction.
We would definitely be happier in the process š
Thatās it thatās all for today friends!
Please take a moment and share your thoughts with me by leaving a comment. Maybe you have a question about what you read or just want to say hi. Either way, I look forward to reading your comments!
Talk soon,
Denny
Are you ready to learn a bit more? This is where I started.
(Any product purchased through a hyperlink on my website may be an affiliate link, potentially resulting in a small commission for me. Please note that these commissions are not an additional cost to you, as the supplier directly pays them.)
HI Denny – I completely relate to this post and I do have superhero envy. I remember those times when I could think quicker and act faster and get things done in an efficient manner. I can still accomplish all those things that I used to do, I’m just a little slower. It’s easy to use age as an excuse and it really is a good one. However, the key is to adapt our knowledge and wisdom to overcome that age barrier. We’re in the same boat on this one, my friend. But I have no doubt that we can navigate the waters as we progress through life regardless of the state we are in. As you say it is one day at a time in one step at a time. Have a great week!
Hi Denny,
I really enjoyed reading your post and I can absolutely relate to what youāre describing. Itās amazing how much more capable we feel when weāre younger and how lifeāand the way our bodies and minds functionāshifts as we age. I have been struggling a lot with memory in my 40s and it has made me switch my entire career.
That said, I really appreciate your perspective on *not* letting it stop you. Like you, Iāve had to come to terms with the fact that I cannot read and memorize mass amounts of information like I used to. I don’t retain as much and I am often much more tired and have less of that go go get it done. Iāve started to embrace the āone step at a timeā mentality as well, especially in the context of running an online business and learning new skills. And I have also accepted I cannot do it all and need to focus just on one thing. Thereās no need to rush through the process. What matters is consistency and growth, not speed.
Looking forward to watching your journey – one step at a time!
I think working on computers is what can cause distraction after distraction. Then a bit of burnout from looking at a screen all the time. I forgot 2 appointments this past week and remembered at the last moment and got there on time. I need to remember to write these things down!!
Hi, Denny!
I, too, can relate to your post. My memory and focus are not what they used to be! But, I choose to think I am more single-minded and just prefer to do one thing at a time. Is it true or am I fooling myself? It helps to think I’ve learned something from the me who was in a flurry doing four things at once, getting them done, but having life just fly by. Maybe I’ve learned to appreciate the moment, and my mind just refuses to juggle anymore. LOL! Looking forward to your next post!
Nakina
Thank you for this wonderful postāI can completely relate. Iāve faced many health challenges and experienced trauma after losing a loved one, which has been an uphill battle. However, with the loving support of my incredible husband, Denny (my superhero), our kind and compassionate son, Brandon, and our ever-loving pup, Turboāand most importantly, with God who has seen us through the hardest timesāIāve learned to move forward one moment and one step at a time.
Hi Denny,
I really appreciate your honesty and vulnerability in this post, itās so relatable! The shift in capabilities as we age can be frustrating, but I love your perspective on focusing on what we can do instead of dwelling on whatās changed. Your āone step at a timeā mindset is truly inspiring, and itās a great reminder that persistence is key, no matter the pace. Thanks for sharing your journey, itās a comforting read for anyone navigating similar challenges!
Meredith