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The Wellness Wisdom You Were Born With

Let’s Start with the Truth: Aging Isn’t a Problem to Fix Every morning you wake up, you’re aging. And that’s something to be grateful for—not fight against. In a culture that treats age like a diagnosis, it’s easy to forget that getting older is actually the goal. You don’t hear 20-year-olds saying, “I hope I stay 20 forever.” What we really want is to keep feeling strong, sharp, joyful, and present. That’s not about youth—it’s about well-being. Recently, I listened to two brilliant episodes of The Diary of a CEO—one with orthopedic surgeon and aging expert Dr. Vonda Wright, and one with longevity physician Dr. Peter Attia. They were wildly different in style but crystal clear on one thing: the key to healthy aging isn’t found in supplements, surgeries, or some cutting-edge protocol. It’s found in what we’ve always known to be true.   Dr. Vonda Wright: “You Were Made to Move” Dr. Vonda Wright has spent her career working with elite athletes, everyday adults, and now, deeply focused on aging vibrantly. Her message is full of hope—but it’s also a call to action. She said, “The difference between people who thrive as they age and those who don’t comes down to one thing: the choices they make every day.” That hit me hard. It’s not about our genetics. It’s not about luck. It’s about showing up—for ourselves—in ways that are simple but powerful: move your body, eat real food, get good sleep, and stay connected to others. She also challenged the cultural messaging that aging is all downhill: “We spend decades building lives we love—our careers, our families, our communities. And then, what? We’re supposed to just fade away at 50? Absolutely not.” She calls this time in life “the prime of your life”—because it’s when you actually know yourself. And now? You get to care for yourself, too.   Dr. Peter Attia: “Train Today for the Tomorrow You Want” Dr. Peter Attia talks a lot about healthspan—not just how long you live, but how well you live. His concept of the “Centenarian Decathlon” is one I can’t stop thinking about. He asks, “If you want to be able to play with your grandkids at 90, what do you need to be doing at 50? Or 60? Or 70?” It’s not about being extreme. It’s about being intentional. Strength training, walking daily, eating in a way that nourishes—not punishes—you, and protecting your sleep. These are the fundamentals, not fads. Dr. Attia also emphasized something many of us in midlife wrestle with: “It’s never too late, but it does get harder. The sooner you start, the better your chances of living the life you want.” That doesn’t mean panic—it means possibility. Today is the best day to start. Tomorrow is still available to you.   What If Aging Isn’t About Slowing Down—But Coming Back to Life? I’ll say it again: aging is a privilege. And you were born knowing how to do it well. Think about how you started in this world: You moved constantly—wiggling, crawling, running. You ate when you were hungry and stopped when you were full. You laughed a lot. You went to bed when you were tired. You were curious. You loved being with people. You experienced everything with wonder. That’s the roadmap. That’s the playbook. Somewhere along the way, diet culture, busy schedules, and the “always more” mentality made us forget. But the truth is: your body still remembers.   The Basics Are Still the Magic Here’s what both Wright and Attia made clear: the path to feeling good as you age isn’t complicated. It’s consistent. It’s gentle. And it’s rooted in behaviors that are often free: Move your body daily—Not for punishment, but for power. Eat whole, nourishing food—Simple meals that leave you feeling steady, not spiked. Sleep like it’s your job—Because recovery is where the magic happens. Stay connected—Friendships, laughter, purpose. Stay curious—You’re not done growing. These are not just strategies. They’re invitations.   This Chapter Can Be Your Favorite One Yet You don’t need to do it all at once. But you do need to believe that your best days aren’t behind you. You’ve spent decades showing up for everyone else. What would it look like to start showing up for you? Aging doesn’t mean fading away. It means evolving—with more wisdom, more grace, and yes, more joy. You get to define this chapter. So let’s make it a good one. You already know how.   Have a Happy, Healthy Day! -Lauren Ramsey, Founder, PaceWell