Keeping our minds active increases not only our enjoyment of life but our mental health as we age, so it makes sense to do everything we can to
- heighten our powers of observation--bird watching, anyone?
- seek out role models to imitate;
- experiment in the boardroom, bedroom, kitchen, garden, etc.;
- read widely;
- and take classes in anything and everything that tickles our fancy.
Speaking of keeping our minds young and enjoying life, I loved this profile of Carmen Herrara, which appeared on the front page of The New York Times earlier this month:
"At 94, She's the Hot New Thing in Painting, and Enjoying It"
If you've got a sec, it's worth a read.
