How to overcome fear of aging?

Question

I'm only 15 years old, but I have this horrible fear of aging. Not even growing old, just....older. I can't help but feel I only have a few worth while years left, which is ridiculous, I know, but I obsess over this day and night. I can't get excited about "milestones" like learning to drive and proms because I feel it just brings me closer to the unavoidable.

I'm just worried that when this time actually arrives, I'll realize that i've spent my entire life worrying

Answer 1

What you focus on will come about. If you continue worrying about getting older, that worry will show itself prematurely. So, stop worrying and get on with your life.

Answer 2

Advice to a very young lady from a very old one! I don't think your fear is totally to do with aging - I rather suspect that part of it could be about failing to achieve or reach self-fulfilment in some way. All of these fears are perfectly natural and come with an equally natural apprehension about life in its entirety (from a young perspective).

Wastage of years due to unfounded worrying or lack of acceptance is inevitable if you cannot solve the problems now. Cause & effect.

Google Desiderata - lots of answers here. Try to imagine me jumping up & down with joy cos I am no longer your age cos that is what I am doing! I love my years, the wealth of experiences that have come my way and the peace of mind I have within. I'm dancing in my head - so find your solution to this and dance with me! Best wishes in your search, UK

  

Answer 3

remember u r a spirit being just having a physical human experience..... and u will have a lot of them to learn what u need to know.