I'm not the first person to say this, but getting old sucks. You have to start worrying about things like your blood pressure and stress levels, among other things, and for a mild hypochondriac like myself, monitoring vital signs can quickly become an all-consuming focus.
As I approach my 43rd birthday this month, I'm reminded of the need for increased vigilance regarding my health. The days of carelessly drifting into an uncertain future are over — I must now take an active role in prioritising and managing my well-being.
