"I'm Not Boring Anymore: How I Spent My 70th Year Trying New Things"
At 70, Alese Johnston realized she'd been stuck in a rut. The same stories, the same conversations with friends – she felt like she was losing herself in the process of raising her family and caring for others. So, she made a bold decision: to spend the next year trying 70 new things.
"I didn't want to be that person who's always telling the same stories," Johnston reflects. "I wanted to explore who I really am at this age." She set up a website, Fabulous70.com, and created a spreadsheet filled with ideas – from trying a new food to learning a new skill.
Johnston's first "first" was eating a nem – a type of spring roll – at a supper club in Little Rock. Next came a pole-dancing class, a flying lesson, and even attending an erotic blueprint conference (which she says was transformative). She took up walking new trails, minted a meme coin, and got a Brazilian wax.
As she embarked on this journey, Johnston realized she'd been living under the shadow of her own fears. Her father had been strict and controlling, leaving her with a "knee-jerk reaction" to duck away from responsibility. But through therapy and journaling, she began to confront these fears and learn to take risks.
"I didn't need anybody else's permission," Johnston says, looking back on that moment of epiphany. "It's actually okay to be a little irresponsible." She learned to let go of the fear of not doing things right, and instead, focused on finding new experiences that brought her joy.
Johnston's project has become an integral part of who she is – adventurous, spontaneous, and self-discovering. At 71, with all 70 missions complete, she's found a newfound sense of purpose and fulfillment. "This is really the best season of my life," she says, smiling. Will you take on your own 70th challenge?
At 70, Alese Johnston realized she'd been stuck in a rut. The same stories, the same conversations with friends – she felt like she was losing herself in the process of raising her family and caring for others. So, she made a bold decision: to spend the next year trying 70 new things.
"I didn't want to be that person who's always telling the same stories," Johnston reflects. "I wanted to explore who I really am at this age." She set up a website, Fabulous70.com, and created a spreadsheet filled with ideas – from trying a new food to learning a new skill.
Johnston's first "first" was eating a nem – a type of spring roll – at a supper club in Little Rock. Next came a pole-dancing class, a flying lesson, and even attending an erotic blueprint conference (which she says was transformative). She took up walking new trails, minted a meme coin, and got a Brazilian wax.
As she embarked on this journey, Johnston realized she'd been living under the shadow of her own fears. Her father had been strict and controlling, leaving her with a "knee-jerk reaction" to duck away from responsibility. But through therapy and journaling, she began to confront these fears and learn to take risks.
"I didn't need anybody else's permission," Johnston says, looking back on that moment of epiphany. "It's actually okay to be a little irresponsible." She learned to let go of the fear of not doing things right, and instead, focused on finding new experiences that brought her joy.
Johnston's project has become an integral part of who she is – adventurous, spontaneous, and self-discovering. At 71, with all 70 missions complete, she's found a newfound sense of purpose and fulfillment. "This is really the best season of my life," she says, smiling. Will you take on your own 70th challenge?
I feel like Alese Johnston is literally living proof that you're never too old to shake things up! 
I mean, who wouldn't want to try a new food, take a pole-dancing class, or even get a Brazilian wax at 70? 
It's amazing how she was able to break free from her fears and find a new sense of purpose. 
this is so inspiring!!! Alese's story is literally giving me LIFE! Trying new things at 70 can be so daunting but I love how she took control and made it a priority to explore herself. And I'm obsessed with her website Fabulous70.com, I need to start my own one ASAP 
her journey is proof that you're never too old to find yourself! 
I've been trying to apply this mindset to my own life – setting aside time for hobbies and interests outside of work/study. It's amazing how it can refresh your mind & body 
. What I love most is that Alese Johnston isn't focusing on what she wants to achieve, but rather on letting go of her fears 
. We need more people talking about the importance of self-discovery and embracing our imperfections 
. The fact that this has become a huge part of who she is at 71 is just incredible 
My own 70th challenge is more like trying a new recipe every week (I'm currently obsessed with Korean BBQ) and taking up gardening again. It's all about finding those little moments of joy in life, you know? 
I'm so inspired by Alese Johnston's 70th year of trying new things! 
She's shown us that it's never too late to break free from our fears and try something totally new 
. I've been doing a similar thing with my own life – taking a break from social media 
and focusing on my mental health 
. It's amazing how much of a difference it's made in my relationships and overall well-being 
. Johnston's story is proof that age is just a number, and we're never too old to try something new or take a risk 
Who's in? 
who wouldn't want to try a pole-dancing class or attend an erotic blueprint conference? 
