28/12/2024
I wrote an iteration of this message on the cusp of my 40th birthday. For me, turning 40 was like crossing a threshold without an adequate flashlight. I could tell things were changing, but I had no idea of the health adventures that I would encounter in midlife. Fast forward to being (much) closer to 50 and the urge to rewrite this pledge has been strong. What changed? The last line. In the earlier version, it was more like "We can do anything!" And while the empowerment still feels relevant, the reminder of partnering with my body is ever more powerful. We're in this together - with ourselves and ideally, within our communities. What can you do today that will remind your body of your commitment to partnership with it?