Is It Hormonal - Page 3

wilma · ‎03-13-2010

I agree with the other posters that's it's not hormonal. It's just a change in lifestyle and priorities as we age.

I'm 61, but I retired a few years ago for health reasons. I still like to shop for new clothes, shoes, etc., but I find that I am more selective before making new purchases. I definitely use less makeup than when I was going to work daily. I don't wear any around the house. I only put it on when I go out somewhere, and it's a more natural look.

I'm definitely a person who likes to declutter & purge. I'm constantly going through the house, closets, cabinets, and drawers to see what we don't use or need.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@Puzzle Piece wrote:
I'm just not into jewelry (gave or sold most all of it), handbags (donated most all), shoes (same fate) and clothing too.
What's wrong? Cosmetics don't interest me at all either and I think it a chore to wear it.
Didn't used to be this way. Could this be something hormonal or what?

@Puzzle Piece

I also don't think it's hormonal.

You are just in a different stage of life now, and it's not guided by the age number.

Life evolves ... and now you're just on to something else. Embrace the "new" stage and make the most of it, whatever that means to you.

drizzellla · ‎03-14-2010

I noticed that I used to have an active social life. Every Friday and Saturday there were plans. I used to have my husband's and my family at my house every holiday. And frequently went out with friends. We had parties at each other's houses to celebrate birthdays or vernal equinox or any reason.

There always seemed to be a reason to get together. So you wore the makeup, the jewelry and the nicer clothes.

Hasn't happened lately. Sad to say the last 4 times I got dressed up were to attend funerals. Socially getting together are few and far between events.

ROMARY · ‎04-28-2010

In my case, ever since wearing a mask, I seldom wear makeup.

Too much of a hassle washing the makeup out of masks, etc.

So, I prefer to not wear makeup on a daily basis.

'Besides', nobody in stores, etc. can see my non-make up face because I always wear a mask.

'More or less', 'Right or wrong', 'In general', and 'Just thinking out loud ' (as usual).

qvcfreak · ‎03-10-2010

I think it's just our lives changing. I sold all my gold jewelry and gave all my silver away.

I kept sentimental pieces of gold and my sleeping beauty sterling pieces.

I lost my diamond right hand ring and I think I'm getting a replacement for my birthday.

Trailrun23 · ‎05-31-2022

Because of the circumstances, I was faced with having to cleaning out my mother's house after she died. i would not wish that on any of my kids, so before I am outta here, I aim to have everything donated that isn't necessary for me to have now. Have been cleaning out my closet...and i can't believe how many handbags I still have and haven't even used in a long time. I don't want my kids to have to deal with my things; am sure they would just put everything into trash bags and out to the curb. I would rather find places for them via donating them. Selling is not worth the effort for the money it brings. I admit I was once wanting a new handbag or new shoes, etc. every time I saw them....no more. Not important. Yes, I can afford whatever designer things I like...but they just aren't necessary. Less stuff. That's why I look at Christmas decor but don't need a bit of it.

Tinkrbl44 · ‎08-23-2010

@Trailrun23 wrote:
Because of the circumstances, I was faced with having to cleaning out my mother's house after she died. i would not wish that on any of my kids, so before I am outta here, I aim to have everything donated that isn't necessary for me to have now. Have been cleaning out my closet...and i can't believe how many handbags I still have and haven't even used in a long time. I don't want my kids to have to deal with my things; am sure they would just put everything into trash bags and out to the curb. I would rather find places for them via donating them. Selling is not worth the effort for the money it brings. I admit I was once wanting a new handbag or new shoes, etc. every time I saw them....no more. Not important. Yes, I can afford whatever designer things I like...but they just aren't necessary. Less stuff. That's why I look at Christmas decor but don't need a bit of it.

@Trailrun23

Your comments are good to keep in mind. I have donated a lot of stuff to the Discovery Store ... not eventually in a landfill.

Not only do I take a small tax deduction, but all those things that meant something at some point now have a chance to find a nice home with someone who will enjoy their "treasure" that they got for pennies on the dollar.

IMO, It's the best part of "recycling".

GoneButNotForgotten · ‎03-29-2020

It's funny; the older I get the more I appreciate beautiful things like clothes, jewelry, etc; things I never paid attention to when I was younger and was busy with work, family etc.--didn't have the time or money.

But now that I'm older I really enjoy these things. I don't buy them but I do like seeing them, appreciating them, etc.

Trinity11 · ‎11-16-2014

I probably have streamlined a lot in my life but I very much still enjoy home decor, jewelry, clothing and makeup. When going through some tough times this month with three hospitalizations I wore my diamond hoop earrings and they brightened my day. I still wear makeup no matter how minimal and I love wearing pretty clothing. I think they help my morale.

If I was to give up my interest in these things, it would be from depression which I try and not give in to.