Personal Leadership for Women: Use It or Lose It

I am not sure where this phrase originated, or in what capacity.  It can apply to all aspects of our lives, however.

From a physical standpoint, if we do not exercise our body, we will lose the ability to do the things we take for granted.  How many of you have elderly parents or grandparents who could do more if they simply would do more?  I do!  That will be us someday if we do not continue to use our bodies and our muscles.

From a mental standpoint, we need to continue to use our minds to keep them sharp.  Learning new things is a great way to keep the mind young.  Studies have shown that learning may also help deter Alzheimer’s.

We need to continue to utilize our talents to remain good.  When we don’t, we lose the skills that we have and need to regain them. 

Doing all these things will help keep us young and active, mentally and physically, even as we age.