Over 50s. Have you outgrown/got bored of anything?

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Mine is spas or spa days. I used to love them. Went to one recently and was so bored.

Dh and I camped (tent) recently and the place was so peaceful and beautiful I realised I enjoyed this much more than spa days or stays. The weather was good admittedly. But even so walking in the beautiful dales was so therapeutic. Also the wild swimming under waterfalls was blissful. Dh and I often camp but have found the best site. Cost less than £60 Inc electric hook up. First time we've used electric.

Dh and I walk lots. Loads of long distance walking. I also walk with friends. So it isn't a new realisation that I love the outdoors. Just a sudden realisation that spa days bore me now.

Have you outgrown anything? Or found a new love of something?

I tend to enjoy traditional pubs. The one I love the most doesn't have a tv. Regular live music. Real ales. Very friendly.

@WinniePrules that's lovely. Sounds like he was a blessing.

Deferring to men
Stand-up music gigs (though actually better for my sciatica!)
Christmas
Parties
Drinking alcohol (fattening, makes me feel dizzy, hangovers are DREADFUL over about 45)
Giving a shit about what random people think of me, the way I dress, how I come across, etc
Finding babies cute or desirable (shudder)

People

Most of the Stephen King books

Yes!

My dad thinks that dentists bugger up your teeth with the constant prodding with pointy things and scraping your gum line twice a year.
It's just not natural.

I have religiously been to the dentist all my life and had everything done that they've advised.
My teeth are now buggered.

(I’m 31 can I still join in? You all sound right up my street!😂)

I feel like I’ve outgrown pubs, festivals, boozey holidays, tacky hen parties (a lot of my friends married early in early 20’s), social media, secret Santa, gossiping, Love Island, lip filler, spending ages doing my makeup and wearing high heels.

Alcohol, eating out, certainly clubbing (I still had a love for it into my 40s), listing to music - I still do occasionally, but mostly I go for a podcast, or radio 4! Caring what others think. I still love clothes and style (scandi).

Amazing, I love this im going to start a thread about it !

I used to do 30 mins of yoga ever day religiously but now I just don't. It feels like a massive effort and i'd rather be outside. I’v got into sea swimming and cold dipping with a brilliant group of women, it’s done wonders for my ADHD, allergies, and menopause symptoms.
There’s something hilarious about all of us getting dragged along in the same current at some ridiculous hour, shrieking and laughing like kids and then all shivering and getting dressed, gussets and bras flying around in the wind, (if you can be bothered to put underwear back on!!. Honestly, what a way to wake up.

I’m not yet 50 but not that far off. I’ve grown out of celebrity gossip. Even though I’m fairly intellectual, magazines like Heat were my guilty pleasure. For example once upon a time I could have told you the names of all Katie Price’s kids (the first four at least, not sure if she has more now) even though I’ve never been a fan of hers. Over the last decade I’ve become a lot more interested in politics and a lot less interested in celebrities, to the point that I don’t care at all now.

TV. I just can't be arsed with it any more !

Fun, for those who enjoy it. And also dancing, in the case of clubs (which personally I really miss).

It's usually possible to find pubs that aren't overpriced or loud, though...

@ruethewhirl Fun, for those who enjoy it.

That's begging the question. What's the fun?

And also dancing, in the case of clubs

I can't dance, and I imagine most other people can't dance either. Isn't dancing something that can be done at home though?

You have a very odd world view, assuming you're not purposely being contrary. Are you really not able to conceive of people liking or being good at things you yourself don't like or are not good at?

I’ve gone off clubbing, parties small talk, men’s bs and entitlement, driving in the dark

im into holidays travel, pets, peace, films, reading, good friends, small groups no large fake groups

My dentist found early oral cancer, which of course I had no clue about. They saved my life!

Dentists look at oral health and whole mouth and gums, not just teeth. So I'm a fan and tell everyone to get checked regularly 😊

Giving a shit. I’m never doing that again cheers

When i am bored i find something to do, or watch netflix usually.

Come to think of it, after a bad night driving experience earlier this evening, I may be adding driving in the dark to my list before long. I'm so over these excessively bright headlights and I'm convinced the levels of dazzle could (and probably does) cause accidents.

You need new female friends!

Interesting thread OP.
For me definitely alcohol and related boozy weekends, girls nights, parties.
I find things are cyclical though so I’m now back into health and fitness and checking out new products/foods/recipes around that. Definitely looking at ingredients more and choosing natural over synthetic.
So over buying shoes, bags, too many clothes, although I like to browse and select clothing pieces I can definitely wear time and time again. I’m completely over adhering to the latest styles, I’ll take a look but it’s a no unless it actually suits me.
I’m less interested in ‘gossip’ and haven’t watched soaps for years.
I’ve realised time is often more valuable than money

Theatre. I have done a complete 180. Just can't be bothered now.

Similarly, not interested in going to see live music.

Any form of roughing it on holiday - camping and basic/middle of the road holiday homes. I've got a perfectly good home, so don't see the point in paying to stay somewhere less comfortable.

Make-up. Rarely buy any and rarely wear any.

Just spotted @Cynic17 's post. We've stopped watching the News basically for our mental health. Agree about the TV programmes too, but that hasn't changed.

People. I bloody hate socialising.
Heavy career so just want to hang with family/partner at the weekend.

Goodness. Just read about half a page of responses.

Read loads of posts/threads on here over the years moaning about how men become grumpy in mid life, retiring to slippers, shed and home but it’s clear feom this thread that there is a similar phenomena amongst plenty of mid life women too!

Great thread. I share the same sentiment as many of you.

For me-clothes shopping. Used to love it. Can’t remember last time I went to town for that reason. I am still interested in fashion but buy second hand online.

Socialising at night- can’t be bothered. I’ll meet for a coffee in the day though!

Cinema - love films but hate being cooped up with noisy people who go on their phones.

I am sure I have more. Growing into grumpy old woman phase of life.