They say that as one gets older, one should keep active and fit, both physically and mentally. I've written about the physical part.
As for the mental aspect, I don't think I have any problem with keeping my brain active. From the time I wake up--heck even in my sleep--I'm thinking. I can't seem to turn my brain off.
I think about what I'm going to do all day. What am I going to eat (take something out of the freezer)? Will I jog or box? What chores do I have?
And, as I'm doing whatever it is I'm doing, my brain is in high gear, regurgitating past events, or considering future events. Fortunately, I have few worries that engulf my thought processes. I'm not weighed down by family or money problems. Lucky me.
I am really blessed (not in a god sense, of course) that I don't have major problems to worry about. I have good health, a nice home, plenty of food, medical insurance, friends and family. Life is good.
Still, I think. Period. Living alone allows plenty of time to be silently cogitating. Subjects abound. Plus, I work a lot of mind enhancing puzzles in my spare time.
I'm writing this post on thinking because I woke up thinking about what I was going to write about! It's a vicious cycle. Sometimes, I'd like the merry-go-round to stop, however! I need a break!
Have a great day.