Laura Celebrating Life at 50: Embracing Selflessness and Women's Camaraderie

Turning fifty often marks a significant turning point in life. It's a juncture where priorities realign, perspectives shift, and aspirations evolve.  Laura's take on life in her 50s offers a heartfelt view of how priorities transform, from self-centeredness to a focus on helping others. In our conversation, Laura shared her story, shedding light on her mission to assist others and find joy in giving back to society.

In her reflections, Laura highlighted the substantial shift from a self-centered outlook in her younger years to her current aspirations centered around altruism and supporting others. "In my 50s now, I look to help others," she stated, emphasizing the transition from a more self-centric viewpoint to one deeply concerned with contributing positively to the world.

Evolution of Priorities with Age

Throughout our conversation, Laura vividly depicted the evolution of her priorities. "When you're younger, you're more selfish and more all about yourself," she acknowledged. However, she illuminated the transformation that occurs with age, the progression from individual focus to a broader concern for the well-being of others. Laura highlighted her roles as a mother, a wife, and her current endeavor of assisting women in safeguarding themselves.

Empowering Women: Laura's Mission

A significant facet of Laura's life in her 50s revolves around empowering women. She expressed her joy in giving back to society, particularly in aiding women to protect themselves. Her dedication to supporting women's safety and empowerment exemplifies the shift in her priorities from personal pursuits to contributing to the betterment of others.

Legacy and Meaningful Contributions

Laura emphasized her desire for a legacy based on her contributions and aid to others. "When I leave this world, people will say what I did for them or how I helped them," she noted. Her focus transcends personal achievements, aiming to create a positive impact that resonates beyond her lifetime.

Listen to Laura as she shares her reasons for participating in 40 over 40 Portrait Session

What Draws Laura to Participate in 40 over 40

When questioned about her interest in participating in events focused on women above 40, Laura highlighted the significance of women supporting one another. She found intrigue in the camaraderie and mutual encouragement among mature women, emphasizing the importance of such gatherings in fostering positive emotions and well-being.

“What intrigued me about participating in this particular event was that women getting together, mature women, women above 40, when I know that a lot of women struggle above the age of 40, feeling good and feeling healthy and happy and supporting each other. So, it felt like a real supportive, an event where I would meet other women that were mature and wanted to participate in something like this to make themselves feel good and others feel good. So that was mostly I thought that was what intrigued me is the womanhood and the camaraderie of women.”- Laura

Emotional Response to Meaningful Experiences

Reflecting on her participation in 40 over 40, Laura expresses contentment and gratitude. She appreciates the care and support received during these experiences, emphasizing the formation of lasting friendships. These encounters reinforce her belief in the importance of building connections and supporting one another.

“I felt good. I felt cared for. My makeup and hair were done. You were very supportive, so I felt fine. I felt like I've gained a friendship.”- Laura

Empowering Women Through Self-Defense: Join Us for Free Classes!

Laura Eyler, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt instructor, is passionately committed to empowering women of all ages through the art of self-defense. As the driving force behind the Free Women's Self-Defense sessions held monthly at The Mount BJJ & MMA Facility in Mt. Airy, MD, Laura's dedication to enhancing women's safety and confidence shines through.

Every second Saturday of the month, Laura extends a warm invitation to ladies aged 13 and above to participate in these invaluable classes. From 2 PM to 3:30 PM, attendees learn practical techniques to defend against various common attacks, including arm escapes, neck holds, bear hugs, and more.

The environment created by Laura is one of camaraderie, safety, and fun, fostering a sense of empowerment in every participant. Attending these sessions not only equips women with real tactics for everyday scenarios but also cultivates an atmosphere where they can enjoy their learning experience.

Laura emphasizes the importance of creating a welcoming space where attendees can come alone or with friends and family. Her goal is to ensure that every participant feels empowered and leaves each session equipped with valuable self-defense skills.

Enthusiastic about providing ongoing support, Laura encourages attendees to return monthly, ensuring their continuous growth in their self-defense journey. For those interested, registration for classes can be completed via the provided link https://form.jotform.com/222208106771146

For Laura Eyler, empowering women through self-defense is not just a class—it's a commitment to building a community of confident and empowered women ready to defend themselves.

Stay safe, stay empowered, and join Laura in learning the art of self-defense!

For more details and registration, visit Mount Airy BJJ or contact at 301-885-7609.

Conclusion

Laura's thoughts show us how our priorities and what we care about can shift as we grow older. Like most youth she used to focus on herself, but now she's more about helping others, especially women. Her journey as she gets older teaches us that moving from just thinking about ourselves to helping others is really special and meaningful.

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