Turning 60 isn’t the end of the road — it’s the grand beginning of a freer, funnier, and more fabulous chapter. After six decades of showing up for everyone else, now’s the time to start showing up for you. That means dropping habits, people, and expectations that weigh you down, and embracing joy, humor, and authenticity like never before.
High Heels That Double as Torture Devices
If you’ve ever kicked off a pair of stilettos at a wedding and danced barefoot until midnight, you know the truth: high heels aren’t worth it. At 60+, your shoes should let you walk, skip, or strut without needing a foot massage after five minutes. Trade them for stylish flats, cushioned sneakers, or block heels that look fabulous and let you chase the grandkids — or the dance floor.
Counting Every Calorie
Unless you’re training for the Olympics (and hey, if you are — good for you!), calorie counting should be ancient history. You’ve earned the right to enjoy food without whipping out an app or calculator. Eat the breadbasket, savor dessert, order the pasta. A life seasoned with joy is far healthier than one starved by numbers.
Bad Bras
If your bra makes you sigh with relief the second you take it off, it’s not your friend. At 60, you deserve lingerie that doesn’t stab, pinch, or sag. Invest in something soft, supportive, and stylish. You’ll walk taller, breathe easier, and maybe even feel like twirling in front of the mirror again.
Apologizing for Your Laugh
Whether it’s a ladylike chuckle or a full-on belly roar that turns heads at the restaurant, your laugh is your signature. Don’t shrink it down to please anyone. If people stare — good. That means your joy is contagious. Laugh so loudly they know you’re in the room before they see you.
Chasing Gray Hair Like It’s the Enemy
Why fight the inevitable? Gray, silver, and white are stunning, dignified, and powerful. It’s not “giving up” — it’s leveling up. If you love dye, keep it. But if you’re exhausted from salon trips and root touch-ups, let your natural crown shine. Think of yourself as a silver fox with sparkle.
Friends Who Drain Your Energy
At 60, you’re too wise — and too busy living — for relationships that feel like unpaid therapy. If a friend leaves you feeling drained, judged, or invisible, it’s time to release them. Keep the ones who make you laugh so hard your mascara runs. They’re the only kind that matter now.
Uncomfortable Underwear
Who decided women should wear underwear that feels like dental floss? No more. If it digs, rides up, or makes you wiggle in your chair like you’re sitting on a cactus, it’s out. Replace it with cotton briefs, silky hipsters, or even go commando. Comfort isn’t negotiable at this age — it’s sacred.
Feeling Guilty About Rest
Repeat after me: naps are not laziness. They’re therapy. They’re medicine. They’re delicious. You’ve spent decades putting others first — kids, jobs, partners. If your body says “sleep,” honor it. Whether it’s an afternoon snooze or sleeping in until 10, guilt-free rest is one of the sweetest perks of aging.
Pretending You Like Boring Books
There’s no prize for slogging through novels that bore you to tears. If a book doesn’t grip you, toss it back on the shelf and grab one that does. Cozy mysteries, steamy romances, fantasy epics, celebrity memoirs — whatever sparks joy is fair game. Life’s too short for homework disguised as literature.
Comparing Yourself to Others
Scrolling through social media can trick you into thinking everyone else has flawless skin, perfect families, and kitchens worthy of magazines. Spoiler: they don’t. At 60, comparison should be left in the dustbin. The only woman you should measure yourself against is the one you were yesterday. And she’d be proud of how far you’ve come.
Cheap Wine That Tastes Like Vinegar
You’ve earned better. Forget the bottles that taste like regret and headaches. Upgrade to something smooth and delightful — and yes, sometimes splurge on champagne for no reason. A Tuesday night with good wine and good company is reason enough to celebrate.
Acting Like You Don’t Know What You Want
You’ve raised families, survived workplaces, managed households — you absolutely know what you want. Whether it’s where to eat dinner or how you spend your time, stop hiding behind “I don’t care.” You do care. Say it proudly. You’ve spent decades finding your voice; now’s the time to use it.
One-Sided Relationships
You know the type: the “friend” who only calls when they need something, or the family member who never shows up unless there’s food. At 60, your time is too precious to invest in people who don’t invest back. Love those who love you. Let the rest go.
Thinking You Need to ‘Age Gracefully’
“Gracefully” is a code word society uses to mean “quietly.” But who says you need to fade into the background? You can age rebelliously, loudly, sassily, or with sequins and purple streaks in your hair. Grace is fine if it’s what you want — but rebellion is just as chic.
Jeans That Don’t Fit
It’s not your body’s job to fit into jeans. It’s the jeans’ job to fit your body. If they cut off circulation or make you hold your breath, they don’t deserve space in your closet. Find the pair that makes you feel like a million bucks. Or wear leggings — they’re pants now, darling.
Doing Everything Yourself
You’ve spent years being the glue that held everything together. At 60, it’s time to let others step up. Say “yes” when people offer help. Delegate. Order takeout instead of cooking. You don’t need to prove you can do it all anymore. You already did.
Being Quiet to Keep the Peace
If something bothers you, say it. If you want something, ask for it. At this age, your wisdom is priceless, and your opinions matter. Stop biting your tongue for fear of ruffling feathers. Ruffle them! People need to hear what you have to say.
Fear of Looking Silly
Life’s too short to sit out the dance because you “don’t know the steps.” Be the woman who sings at karaoke, wears sequins to the grocery store, and tries salsa lessons just for fun. Looking silly just means you’re living.
Clutter You Don’t Love
Knick-knacks, clothes, furniture, papers — if it doesn’t spark joy or serve a purpose, let it go. At this stage, your space should reflect your happiness, not your storage capacity. Decluttering doesn’t just free up your house; it frees up your mind.
Skipping Birthdays
Every single year is worth celebrating — especially after 60. No more hiding your age or downplaying the day. Throw a party, buy yourself flowers, eat cake for breakfast. Each birthday is proof you’re still here, still thriving, and still fabulous.
Staying Up Too Late Because of ‘FOMO’
Gone are the days of forcing yourself to stay up until 2 a.m. just because “everyone else is.” Truth: the best fun often happens during the day anyway. Choose sleep when you want it, and choose excitement when it calls — but stop forcing yourself to run on empty.
Keeping Secrets About Your Age
Why whisper your age like it’s a scandal? Sixty and beyond is not something to hide — it’s a badge of honor. Every wrinkle, every laugh line, every gray hair is proof that you’ve lived, learned, and conquered. Be proud to say it out loud.
Worrying About Wrinkles
You’ve smiled, cried, loved, and lived. Your face tells a beautiful story — don’t erase it. Creams are fine, but obsession is not. Wear your lines like a roadmap of joy. Trust me, no one is scrutinizing them as much as you are.
Unkind Self-Talk
That little voice in your head that criticizes your looks, your choices, or your worth? Fire her. Replace her with the voice of your best friend — the one who tells you you’re fabulous, brave, and strong. After 60, the only words you should hear in your head are kind ones.
Chasing Perfection
Perfection is exhausting — and fake. Forget spotless houses, flawless skin, or picture-perfect dinners. Life is messy, wrinkly, delicious, and beautifully imperfect. Lean into it. Your imperfections are what make you real and unforgettable.
Being the Family’s Default Everything
Yes, you’re capable of cooking, organizing, babysitting, and fixing everything — but that doesn’t mean you should be the automatic go-to. Set boundaries. Say “not this time.” Let the younger generation handle Thanksgiving. You’ve done enough heavy lifting.
Saving Clothes for ‘Special Occasions’
That sparkly dress? The silk scarf? The fabulous shoes? Wear them on a Tuesday. Wear them to the grocery store. Life is the occasion. Stop waiting for perfect moments — they’re happening right now.
Thinking You’re ‘Too Old’ for Anything
Learning to paint, falling in love, starting a business, dancing salsa, traveling solo — none of these come with age restrictions. The only limit is the one you place on yourself. Sixty is not “too old.” It’s “just right.”