Grey and Grounded

“Fellas, your children grew up. Has your parenting caught up with them?”

Getting older is inevitable, but ignoring your health should not be an option.

The central message is simple: We spend decades working, providing, building careers, and taking care of everybody else. At some point, we need to become just as intentional about taking care of ourselves.

Medical disclaimer: This episode of Grey and Ground provides general information and education about men’s health. It does not provide personalized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and listening does not establish a healthcare provider–patient relationship. Personal experiences and opinions shared by hosts or guests may not apply to your circumstances. Consult a qualified healthcare professional about symptoms, screenings, medications, supplements, or treatment options. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of this episode. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.

Some things in life aren't problems we can solve.

They're realities we have to learn to live with.

Here are five things men over 50 eventually need to make peace with.

When we talk about retirement, fellas, we usually talk about one thing.

Money.

401(k). Pension. Social Security. Investments.

Obviously, money matters.

But here's the question:

What exactly are you retiring TO?

Here are five things men over 50 should think about before retirement.

Fellas, there's a difference between being lonely and being comfortable with your own company.

And I think that's something every man should learn.

Here are five things men over 50 should do alone sometimes.

Fellas, there are certain conversations we tend to avoid because they're uncomfortable.

But after 50, avoiding important conversations can create bigger problems later.

So here are five conversations I think every man over 50 needs to have.

A lot of men spend decades taking care of everybody else.

Family. Work. Kids. Bills. Responsibilities.

Then somewhere after 50, you realize something:

You should probably put yourself somewhere on that list too.

Here are five things men over 50 should start doing for themselves.

Fellas, after 50, we need to get a little more selective about what we allow to occupy our minds.

Because some of the stuff we worry about simply isn't worth the rent.

Here are five things men over 50 need to stop worrying about.

Fellas, once you get past 50, there are some things we just should not be still doing. Not because we’re old, but because by now, peace, purpose, and time should mean something different.

After 50, being grounded isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about finally figuring out what deserves your energy...and what doesn’t.

Fellas, by the time we hit 50, our relationship with money should start changing.

Because we're entering the part of life where financial peace should matter more than financial appearance.

Here are five things men over 50 should think twice about spending money on.