*Guest article written by Jason Lewis*
Your senior years are supposed to be some of the most enjoyable of your life. The decades of doing what you had to do are over with, and your time now should be filled with the pursuit of your own desires. Consider these ideas for improving your quality of life as a senior.
1. Focus On Your Health
It’s difficult to enjoy things when you are physically struggling. The more you can do to improve your health and wellness in your senior years, the more pleasurable those years will be.Making manageable changes to your diet that will improve your overall health is a great start. The National Institute of Health recommends incorporating more high-fiber foods, eating fewer fried foods, and getting more vegetables. It also recommends drinking more water and other drinks that have been fortified with vitamin D and calcium, as bones tend to get brittle and weaken with age.
In addition to diet changes, incorporating regular exercise is also important to healthy aging. Water aerobics can be a great option for seniors as it is less stressful for those with arthritis and joint pain. Walking is another low-stress option that can be easily done regardless of where you are. If you are anxious about exercising outside of the home, here are some incredible virtual courses that allow you to work one on one with Robin to improve your health with individualized attention.
2. Start a Business
If there's a business you’ve been considering starting, now may be the right time. A passion project is a perfect way to stay busy while bringing you personal satisfaction. Maybe you have a creative hobby you enjoy or maybe you have skill sets from prior work that you could turn into a lucrative business. Perhaps you’d like to try something new entirely to bring in extra money and are willing to learn.
Once you’ve chosen the business endeavor you’d like to pursue, research how to find funding, whether you should have a physical or only a digital presence, and how to market your business. A strong online presence is necessary in today's market, including a website and social media pages that you can use to reach potential customers. If you don't have experience with website building and social media management, consider hiring freelancers to manage these tasks for you to ensure a professional presence.
Because the last thing you want in your golden years is to risk losing the assets you’ve accumulated over a lifetime, forming a limited liability company is a smart way to separate what is yours from what obligations belong to your business. LLCs offer other benefits as well, including easier taxes and less paperwork compared to other business formations. You can even skip the lawyer and file yourself online using an LLC formation service. Rules vary from state to state, so check the LLC regulations for your state before proceeding.
3. Volunteer
If starting a business isn’t for you but you still would like the personal satisfaction and time commitment of work, volunteering can be an excellent outlet for idle hands. There are more options than ever, including jobs that can be done from the comfort of your home. Websites can connect you to volunteering options available near you and virtually that match your specific skill set and desires.
Make your senior years as vibrant and healthy as possible. Focus on leading the life you want, finding joy in your work and wellness, and happiness is sure to follow. Reach out to Robin today!
