Is it true that as you get older, you get irritated more easily?

When you describe it that way, it is true that the stages of age group usually feel something about the younger age group. It doesn't necessarily mean that the older you get, you become more pleasant or more relaxed, but definitely there's a difference. I also wish that everyone will not resort to anger or easily get frustrated too, age is not always the reason but it will also be one's disposition in life.

I agree with stress. I know that if I allow stress to affect me, it's going to make me cranky. I'm glad that I have one of the best solutions at home. My pet dogs, I go to them and they give me the relief, BUT sometimes, I end up getting upset when they don't listen...hahahah (^_^)

If we don't take care of our health, there will surely be something wrong with how our body functions. Yes, I agree with the thought that this is one factor. Stress is what causes these outbursts too. So, I think it's best to think of 'happy thoughts' as much as we can whenever we can!

I like the part where you say that 'How are you?' is the most dangerous words. Is it because we're more sensitive as we grow older or rather because we know more than making use of our time more preciously? I always try to convert my thinking to happy thoughts whenever and wherever especially when I come across individuals that I try avoiding.

As we get older, we all get health issues that we did not have when we were younger. My health is pretty decent but most of the residents at my complex have all kinds of health problems. They are always going to the doctor. Most of them are on all kinds of medication. That might explain some of their crankiness. I think that some of the persons living here make themselves sick because they are always talking with each other about illness. Maybe if they all stopped talking about being sick, they would feel better. It also might be that they have too much free time. A lot of the persons are in their 70's and 80's. They are widowed. They once worked but now are retired. They are fortunate enough to have household help. They do have grown children and grandchildren. They go to church. They have friends but they still have enough free time to gossip and complain. But you also become less patient as you get older. You are bothered more by things that did not bother you when you were young. The happiest and nicest elderly people that live here are the ones who work or volunteer or keep very busy.

I so much agree with the way you put it, that you wouldn't want to act strangely or aggressively in public! If I think of it the way you mentioned, I guess, there will be less people young and especially old who will be irritated. Rationalizing everything before taking that angry move. (^_^) It really depends on the personality too! Thank you!

I am happy for you! I admire the changes you have in your life and the fact that you embrace life in a better outlook. It's admirable to have people in the world who admit their past even if it's not very pleasant. Continue with the better change in your life and influencing people around you with your optimism!

I feel sad because I feel the same about having little patience nowadays and also about 'stupid' people. Rather saying there are some people around me who uses less of their 'common sense'. Sometimes in my head it makes me want to say 'duh!' lol. I am not perfect but sometimes I think it's laziness that makes people feel not productive or useful. Again, I will say, I should try to remind myself about 'happy thoughts' so the influence I reflect on others will be less irritation but more of positive energy. I'll 'try'!

I would say that as we grow older, there's a part in us that we don't want to be left all alone. It is probably a factor that when the people around us are busy with their lives and they spend less time with us we feel left alone. Maybe it's true also that as we grow older we become more conscious that we don't really want to be wrong and we don't want to be mistaken on anything. Perhaps it may be a defense mechanism about pushing through with our ideas especially when we feel that we can get away with being older. (^_^)

I like that your granny shows a very graceful way of aging and that's a more mature and admirable way of growing in age and personality. She's a great example and I wish that many if not everyone in the world can think the same was as she does! I definitely agree about living a healthier lifestyle and together with this is being active mentally and physically. This gives everyone who is health conscious to live longer and happier. I agree about high blood pressure. I have to keep watch of my diet and I will also make sure that my family eats healthy together.

I agree that hormones can be a BIG factor to mood changes. This goes the same for both male and female. I notice it with my dad, who I believe to be a patient person. Nowadays, he acts sarcastically and doesn't want to be joked around. In order for us not to clash, I mellow down and make sure that I rather make him smile than irritated. I have to be sensitive to with his feelings as I also need some sensitivity. Lol.