Are these aging myths holding you back?

As women age, we are often faced with a number of myths about what we should and should not do. These myths can be harmful, as they can limit our opportunities and prevent us from living our best lives.

Let's debunk five common myths about women over 50. We'll discuss why these myths are false and offer advice on how to break free from them.

Myth #1: Women over 50 don't care about how they look.

This myth is simply not true. Women over 50 can be very attractive and fit. We may not be as obsessed with our looks as we were when we were younger, but we still care about how we present ourselves to the world. The confidence that comes with age can make us even more attractive.

Myth #2: Women over 50 are too old to fall in love again.

This myth is also false. Women over 50 who are dating and finding love. In fact, some women find that we are more confident and self-assured in our 50s and 60s than we were when they were younger. I met my husband at 58 and married at 59 yrs. We met through online dating!

Myth #3: Women over 50 are not employable.

This myth is also false. While it is true that age discrimination does exist, there are still many opportunities for women over 50 to find employment. In fact, many women over 50 start our own businesses or go back to school to pursue new careers. I'm one of them. I started Parisian's Pure Indulgence at age 50.

Myth #4: Women over 50 should wear their hair short and gray.

This myth is also false. There is no one right way for women over 50 to wear their hair. Some women prefer to keep their hair short and gray, while others prefer to keep their hair long and colored. The most important thing is to choose a hairstyle that makes you feel confident and beautiful. 

Myth #5: Women over 50 shouldn't wear certain clothes.

This myth is also false. There is no age limit on what clothes we can wear. Women over 50 can wear whatever they want, as long as they feel comfortable and confident in it.

If you're over 50, I encourage you to break free from these myths and live your life to the fullest.

Here are some tips for breaking free from the myths that are holding women over 50 back:

• Challenge the myths. When you hear a myth about women over 50, take a moment to question it. Ask yourself if the myth is really true.
• Find role models. Look for women over 50 who are living their lives to the fullest. These women can be a source of inspiration and motivation.
• Set your own goals. Don't let the myths tell you what you can and can't do. Set your own goals and go after them.  Recently (post 65) I set an exercise goal for myself: I wanted to start exercising every day. I had to work up to it gradually. I started by exercising for 30 minutes three times a week. Then I gradually increased the amount of time I exercised and the number of days I exercised. Today, exercising daily has become a habit for me. I don't even think about it anymore. I just do it. And I feel so much better for it.
• Be confident. The most important thing is to be confident in yourself. When you believe in yourself, you can achieve anything.

Are you interested in breaking free of the exercise myths holding you back? Here's an article with ways for women over 50 to keep moving. 

There are many benefits to exercise for women over 50, 60, and 70. Exercise can help us maintain a healthy weight, reduce our risk of chronic diseases, improve our mood, and boost our energy levels. 

I hope this blog post has helped you to break free from the myths that are holding women over 50 back. Remember, you are not limited by your age. You can achieve anything you set your mind to.