Redefining Fun: Why Your 60s Are the Best Time to Try New Things
Gone are the days when turning 60 meant settling into a predictable routine of crossword puzzles and early bird specials. Let’s get one thing straight: your 60s aren’t a “wind down” decade—they’re your second wind. It’s like your twenties, but with wisdom, a better bank account, and no patience for nonsense.
Here’s why your 60s are the absolute best time to shake things up and try something new.
1. No One’s Watching (and If They Are, Who Cares?)
In your 60s, the weight of societal expectations has lifted. Want to take a salsa class even though you’ve got two left feet? Go for it. Deciding to dye your hair electric blue just because you can? Do it. At this age, you’ve earned the right to live your life unapologetically.
And honestly, anyone judging is probably just jealous of your freedom.
2. You Finally Have Time
Remember all those hobbies, trips, and wild ideas you shelved while raising kids or climbing the career ladder? Well, dust off those dreams, my friend. Whether it’s pottery, parasailing, or learning Italian, your calendar now has room for YOU.
Bonus: When you start a new hobby, you meet new people. New people = new stories to tell. And we all know 60-somethings love a good story.
3. You’re Financially Savvier
In your 60s, you’re smarter about how you spend your money. This isn’t about reckless splurging; it’s about investing in experiences. Want to take that bucket-list trip to Tuscany? Go for it. Splurge on a hot air balloon ride? Why not? Life’s too short for regrets—or for generic hotel soaps.
4. “What If?” Is Replaced with “Why Not?”
The older you get, the less you worry about the little stuff. Trying new things becomes less about overthinking and more about embracing the moment.
What if you take up painting and your first masterpiece looks like a preschooler’s finger painting? Who cares? The point is you tried. Plus, it gives you a great anecdote for your next cocktail party.
5. You Inspire Others (Even If You Don’t Realize It)
Trying new things in your 60s isn’t just about you—it’s about showing others, especially younger generations, that life doesn’t have an expiration date. Your grandkids (or those lucky enough to know you) will think you’re the coolest for going zip-lining or signing up for stand-up comedy night.
Who knew you’d become the family’s official role model for “living your best life”? Personally, I embrace the moniker, “cool aunt!”
6. It’s Just Plain Fun
Let’s be real: fun isn’t reserved for the young. In fact, it gets better as you age because you’ve learned to savor it. Trying new things in your 60s isn’t about chasing trends; it’s about rediscovering joy in ways you never imagined.
Remember the first time you had a good belly laugh that made you tear up? Or when you danced like nobody was watching? Those moments are still yours to have.
How to Get Started
Make a List: Write down everything you’ve ever wanted to do, from the silly (go rollerskating) to the profound (write a memoir).
Start Small: Not every adventure has to be skydiving. Try a new restaurant, take a different route home, or experiment with bold lipstick.
Say Yes More Often: Let 2025 be your year of “Why not?” The more you say yes, the more fun you’ll have.
Final Thoughts: Life Is a Playground, Not a Waiting Room
Your 60s are not a finish line—they’re a launchpad. This is the time to redefine fun on your own terms. Whether it’s traveling solo, starting a blog, or taking up something wild like axe-throwing, remember: life isn’t about watching from the sidelines.
So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get out there and show the world how Old Broads do New Tricks.
Now, let’s hear from you: What’s one new thing you’re dying to try this year? Share it in the comments below and let’s inspire each other!