44 www. n A PAVA L L E Y L I F Emagaz ine .com The Path to Peace by Kate Mesner We are all growing older, but sometimes in life we encounter people who are still in the college state of mind. At my age, the stupid things I did while learning how to function in the adult world are supposed to be a thing of the past. That being said, it is equally important to keep having fun and maintain your energetic spunk. The question is: How do you take on the responsibilities of life without becoming a stick in the mud? First is to accept the aging process. Gray hairs are sprouting up, wrinkles are surfacing and a late night takes two days to recover from. When I find myself being critical of those things, I vow to love myself right now, because I will continue to change. I might as well enjoy every age for what it is, and accept the gift of perspective that aging gives us. Growing older means the decision-making process shifts from “me” to “we.” It is time to make choices from a space of self-care and awareness. You can still have a fun night out, but you have to keep in mind the possible consequences of your actions. People are less likely to give you a pass for making choices with little or no thought behind them. Maintain your spunk by learning about yourself and what makes you happy. Begin to surround yourself with people and activities that enhance your life. Choose like-minded people who are committed to living life with similar values. The Napa Valley has many different groups you can join that can help you achieve this: a tasting group, a bocce ball team, or a book club. Create fun in what you do every day! You can rock out as you get ready in the morning, allow yourself to get dirty when you garden, or ride your bike to get ice cream. If you can access the pieces of you that look at the world with playfulness and wonder, you will ignite a different perspective on life. Kate Messmer has a MA in Spiritual Psychology and works with individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety and disconnect from self and others. To receive a complimentary consultation, contact her at peaceofkate@ymail.com or find out more about her services at www.peaceofkate.com Good Advice Works . . . partnership for success e Turning dreams into reality. Find out how. Call your Napa neighbor, Dr. Sharon Ufberg, today. 510.501.0753 or www.goodadviceworks.com e Mention Napa Valley Life and get a complimentary 30-minute consultation Enjoy the healing, soothing, relaxing benefits of Foot Reflexology Improves circulation, reduces stress, eases tension and stiffness—all in a serene and tranquil setting. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR MASSAGE SPECIALS CALL 707 307.5739 for appointment FOOT REFLEXOLOGY 30 Min ................ $20 Regularly $30 60 Min ................ $30 Regularly $40 90 Min ................ $45 Regularly 60 OIL BODY MASSAGE 30 Min ................ $25 Regularly $40 60 Min ................ $40 Regularly $60 90 Min ................ $60 Regularly 80 PRO FOOT MASSAGE 2744 Jefferson St. Napa • Open 7days, 10am – 9pm 707.307.5739 • www.profootnapa.com growing
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