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Ageing Well: Tap into the Fountain of Youth Inside You!

  • Writer: 55pluswellness
    55pluswellness
  • Mar 24
  • 3 min read

 KATHRYN LINDUP 

 

You’re reading a preview of the March/April 2025 issue of 55+ Wellness Magazine. For the full version, packed with even more insights, inspiration, and exclusive content, visit MA25


The most powerful anti-ageing tool you have isn't found in a bottle, a pill, or even the gym — it’s your mind. Your mind is the most potent healing force on the planet, and the single most important shift you must make to look and feel younger is to change your thinking.

 

Scientific research from Tufts University Medical School has revealed that the power of the mind can make the body 5 to 12 years younger. Imagine that for a moment. No cream or supplement can do that, but your mind can.

 

Yes, diet, vitamins, a good skincare routine and exercise all play their roles, but they become exponentially more effective when combined with the power of your mind and your belief system. Your thoughts are like a blueprint, and your body follows that blueprint every single day.

 

Consider how life was for previous generations. Ageing was seen as inevitable and unstoppable. People had tougher lives focused on survival, raising children, and putting food on the table. There was little time or mental space to prioritize youthfulness. But today, the world has changed. Retirement no longer signals the beginning of your final years; instead, the start of an exciting new chapter - retiring from work does not mean retiring from life! This shift in perspective alone is proof that the mind’s beliefs about ageing are powerful.


If, like so many people, you have concerns about ageing, it’s crucial to understand the truth. Your body doesn’t age in the way you’ve been led to believe. Here’s a mind-blowing fact: 98% of the atoms in your body weren’t there a year ago. The majority of your cells have the extraordinary ability to renew themselves. No matter how old you are, most of your body is only about 10 years old or younger. Even your skeleton is brand new every 10 years. You are quite literally a walking, talking, ever-renewing miracle!


This is why your thoughts, beliefs, and expectations about ageing have an enormous impact on how you age. Your body must mirror the instructions it receives from your mind. The most powerful force in your mind is its need to act in ways that match your thinking. This is true whether your thoughts are positive or negative. In fact, your mind cannot tell the difference between a joke and a fact, so be mindful of the language you use about yourself, even if it is in jest.



If you say, “I’m too old for this” or “I’m past my prime,” your mind accepts it as a command. Your body’s cells are listening. But here’s the good news: you can change it. The simplest, most powerful thing you can do is to flip your self-talk. Create new, positive beliefs and repeat them daily. Repetition is how the mind learns.


Here’s how you can start flipping your thoughts and words today:


● Instead of “I’m looking worse every day,” say, “I look wonderful and radiant/vibrant.”

● Instead of “These wrinkles are awful,” say, “These are tiny, beautiful/handsome character lines that show my story.”

● Instead of “I’m not bad for my age,” say, “I am an outstanding example of ageing well.”

● Instead of “I’m always so tired,” say, “I allow myself to rest so I can be filled with abundant energy.”

 

Every morning, start your day with powerful, positive affirmations. The words you say to yourself become who you are. Here are some affirmations you can use daily:


● “I am filled with zest, enthusiasm, and joy for life.”

● “I have boundless energy, vitality, and strength.”

● “My mind is sharp, quick, and agile.”

● “I have a wonderful memory. My mind works like Google, instantly retrieving any information I need.”


Say these words daily. Say them out loud with certainty. Repeat them like your life depends on it — because it does. Your body is listening to every word you say. Your cells are listening. Your future self is listening. Use the power of your mind, and you’ll discover that the fountain of youth was inside you all along.

 

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INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?

I will be sharing tips on how you can hack your own mind in future editions of the 55+ Wellness magazine so look out for this next time!

If you would like to understand more about how RTT could help you contact Kathryn via:

Instagram @paradisein.me, Whatsapp / phone +34 697705419  or visit paradiseinme.com


You’re reading a preview of the March/April 2025 issue of 55+ Wellness Magazine. For the full version, packed with even more insights, inspiration, and exclusive content, visit MA25



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