Celebrating 50th bday when feeling fat menopausal

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Maybe join a gym for your birthday.

I joined one in June and lost nearly 10 pounds. I feel much better and I actually like going. I’ll be 50 in April.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I always thought I’d have this blowout party and now realize I’m embarrassed to be seen or have photos taken while I’m 40 lbs overweight and menopausal and don’t drink anymore. Feel very yucky. How did others make it through their 50th birthday? Just feeling in a rut as I lead up to bday in a few months.

Live where you are now. It got far worse for me when I turned 60.

[Anonymous]

Another person here with an upcoming 50th and I have zero interest in doing something grand. Any ideas on how to celebrate the day in a low key way?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I had a tough 50th and felt really down--about my health, weight, my overall situation. I did not want to celebrate, didn't want any photos, etc.--I could have written your post! On the day, I ended up taking a nice solo hike, having a quiet dinner with my family, and turned over a new leaf. It really kicked me into gear: Two years later, I'm in significantly better shape, physically and mentally--down 50+ pounds, walking 12K steps/day, doing pilates 4-5 days/week (had never done pilates before!), sleeping more consistently, and overall feel SO MUCH better than when I turned 50. In short, my 50th bday gift to myself was to prioritize my health and wellness. I wish the same for you! <3

So inspiring! How did you do it?

[Anonymous]

Also turning 50 this year and zero desire for a party. It's not a requirement.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Another person here with an upcoming 50th and I have zero interest in doing something grand. Any ideas on how to celebrate the day in a low key way?

I'm planning on going to the holocaust museum since I've always wanted to go, but my family has no interest.

[Anonymous]

I found the trick to be multiple smaller celebrations. Dinner out with mom's from the kids school, family dinner, another dinner with ladies from church, etc. Less pressure than a big party, no spotlight on me so to speak, and a nice time, actually many nice times, with smaller groups of friends

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I had a tough 50th and felt really down--about my health, weight, my overall situation. I did not want to celebrate, didn't want any photos, etc.--I could have written your post! On the day, I ended up taking a nice solo hike, having a quiet dinner with my family, and turned over a new leaf. It really kicked me into gear: Two years later, I'm in significantly better shape, physically and mentally--down 50+ pounds, walking 12K steps/day, doing pilates 4-5 days/week (had never done pilates before!), sleeping more consistently, and overall feel SO MUCH better than when I turned 50. In short, my 50th bday gift to myself was to prioritize my health and wellness. I wish the same for you! <3

Exactly. And if you really care about being more in shape for photos and having a bash, just say it's your 50th the year you reach whatever physical image and other goals you have. We won't tell if you're 52 yrs.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I found the trick to be multiple smaller celebrations. Dinner out with mom's from the kids school, family dinner, another dinner with ladies from church, etc. Less pressure than a big party, no spotlight on me so to speak, and a nice time, actually many nice times, with smaller groups of friends

Yep, buckets of friends.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Another person here with an upcoming 50th and I have zero interest in doing something grand. Any ideas on how to celebrate the day in a low key way?

I'm planning on going to the holocaust museum since I've always wanted to go, but my family has no interest.

Make sure you take a pack of tissues or handkerchief for that museum.