I wrote, "I now accept that my ageing lungs are bound to be less resilient than they were." Older age may not be plain sailing, but it is a whole lot better than the alternative. Surely some understanding and gratitude for our bodies and all we have put them through is a more appropriate and mentally healthy way to negotiate older age? Prioritising the health of your back is pretty vital if you want to age positively. In a nutshell, we all need to care for the body we have.