The key to embracing a carefree approach to life is accepting that every chapter has its own unique set of dilemmas and opportunities.
Whether it’s balancing caregiving responsibilities for ageing parents with the needs of your children, or navigating changes in relationships, work status, finances, health, or lifestyle, each new decade can bring unexpected circumstances few are ever fully prepared for.
Whatever shifts or wobbles you may be facing (or maybe you just want ideas on how to dream up a future full of vitality and fun!), VIN is a supportive space that’s available 24/7, with a sympathetic ear and relatable input from fellow VIN mates on how they’ve dealt with similar situations. Think of VIN as a friend (or entire neighbourhood of friends) you’ve yet to meet, with whom you can chat, share, and listen.
Make a note
Even the most organised among us may feel overwhelmed by the arrival of the new and unexpected. VIN provides a virtual high five of encouragement via downloadable templates on a wide range of topics that can affect us when the dial moves past 50.
From planning major life decisions to embarking on a new exercise regime; from tackling issues like ageism or isolation to experimenting with journalling or meditation; VIN has you covered with practical step-by-step checklists that take you by the hand and guide you on your journey.
Print them off in advance, or access them as and when needed; whatever works for you is the best way to use them.
Send a message
Often what you most want to do is send a friend or loved one a (very important!) note, but perhaps you’re struggling to find the right words. Whether serious or fun, a message of courage, congratulations, or a simple ‘hello, I’m thinking of you’, VIN is home to a collection of carefully crafted e-cards to brighten someone’s day.
These ‘you’re in my thoughts’ cards, to which VIN owes its name and inspiration, can be among some of the most comforting, uplifting, and enduring tokens of appreciation we can exchange with those we love, regardless of age or circumstances.
Always Growing
If you thought all the big decisions in life were behind you, it’s good to remember that growing and encountering new things is part of the human experience everyone faces over the years. Whatever question (or list of questions!) brought you here today, the VIN community and its needs are continuously evolving. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please add a post on the blog, or – if you prefer – reach out via the Get in Touch page.