What makes you nervous?

Blog Title: What Makes You Nervous? Aging, Pain, and an Uncertain Future

Let me start by saying this: I love being in my 60s.

There’s something beautifully grounded about this age. I’ve lived, I’ve learned, I’ve grown into the woman I am today—and that, to me, is an honor and a privilege. But even with all the wisdom and grace this stage of life brings, there are things that make me nervous.

Right now, I’m 64, edging toward 65. And while I truly love my job—and thank God for that—I estimate I’ll be working until I’m 70. Some days, I wish I could say I’m counting down to retirement, but the truth is, I’m counting up the questions.

What will Social Security look like in five or six years?
Will it even be there?
What kind of healthcare coverage will I have?
Will I be able to afford the housing I need?

These aren’t just questions for myself—they’re the same concerns I hear from others in my age group. We’ve worked hard, we’ve contributed, and still, we’re left navigating a future filled with uncertainties.

And then, there’s the chronic pain.

For over a year now, I’ve lived with a level of physical pain that makes getting up and going to work harder than most people know. I smile. I show up. I push through. But the truth is, pain can wear on you—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally, too. It makes you wonder how long you can keep showing up before your body starts to push back even harder.

So yes, what makes me nervous?
It’s not aging.
It’s not even the pain.
It’s the unknown.

I don’t have a pension waiting for me. I do have a 401K and some stocks—but is that enough to provide security in an economy and healthcare system that feels anything but stable?

Still, I try to keep my faith strong. I remind myself daily that I’ve made it this far, and I have the strength to keep going. But I also believe in speaking truth. In giving voice to the things many of us are feeling but may be afraid to say out loud.

So I’m saying it: I’m nervous. And that’s okay.

Because in sharing this nervousness, maybe someone else feels a little less alone. And maybe we can start having more honest conversations about what aging in America really looks like—and what we can do to prepare, support, and advocate for ourselves and each other.

Let’s Talk About It…

What makes you nervous about aging?

Is it your health? Your finances? The uncertainty of retirement?
I’d love to hear your thoughts—because when we talk about it, we realize we’re not alone.

Drop a comment below, or message me privately if you prefer. Let’s support each other through the chaos of aging and healthcare.

#CalmThroughTheChaos #AgingWithGrace #SeniorVoicesMatter

LadyFlava of LadyFlavaNews

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