It's not so bad to be middle-aged

Once middle age was thought of as something to fear. Many thougt of middle age as simply the time between youth and old age. Now, though, researchs claim that middle age can be the most fruitful time of life, full of new growth and development. New studies show, for example, a sharp rise in people's altruism--their willingness to give to others--during middle age. Several studies show that as people approach their midlife, they tend to experience fewer stressful events, such as losing a job. When they do go through such a major change, the studies found that middle-aged people see it as much less upsetting than do younger people. In fact, many of the middle-agers remember their youths as a particularly difficult time. As a result, people shift their priorities and think again about what's important to them. In middle age, many people no longer focus on themselves, but on the people around them, such as family members and friends and co-workers.

Not all researchers agree on what constitutes middle age; most of them think it is the yrs between 45 and 65, but others claim it covers the yrs between 35 and 70. A recent survey found that most people define middle age by life's landmarks, the things they've done and accomplished, rather than by age. The majority of those in the survey state that middle age is, a time when people deepen their relationship and care more about othe people. For example, 84 percent said that middle age is a time of becoming closer to family and friends, a time to be generous, a time to think more of others than one's self.

Why are older people more generous? One man puts in this way:" In my twenties I learned how to get along with my wife. In my thirties I learned to get ahead in my job. In my forties I begin thinking more about other people's needs." This is typical. Although people's careers may still be blossoming in middle age, they often have more insight and perhaps time to devote to others. " When you're older, " one woman says, " your career is settled and you have more time to give. Plus, you have more to give." So, if you are reading this while yu are still young, do not fear. Middle age can be an exciting and rewarding time. If you are already in middle age, take a deep breath, then turn to those around you. And if you are past middle age? Look back and count the good things you have done.

Actually when you have a positive heart, Every period of age range is so good.  study, struggle, enjoy... Every period has its must.