“Heather Graham Unveils Her Path to Joyful Aging: Simple Wellness Secrets for Thriving in Her 50s (Exclusive)”

• Heather Graham revealed to PEOPLE she feels “more content” in her 50s during Sierra Club’s Trail Blazers Ball on April 2
• The actress shared her perspective on maturity: “With age comes freedom from trivial concerns”
• She disclosed straightforward approaches to maintaining vitality

Heather Graham embraces her fifth decade with radiant confidence!

During an exclusive conversation with PEOPLE at Wednesday’s Sierra Club event, the star discussed viewing aging through a lens of emotional liberation rather than limitation.

“Years bring perspective – I’ve learned to release insignificant worries,” explains Graham, celebrating her 55th birthday this year. “While challenges still arise, personal growth has led me to greater contentment overall.”

Regarding wellness practices, the actress favors simplicity: “I cherish life’s fundamentals – restorative sleep, nourishing meals, meaningful connections. Meditation remains essential.”

Nature serves as her sanctuary during stressful periods. “When overwhelmed, I seek coastal vistas or mountain trails. Natural beauty provides instant calm,” shares the Chosen Family performer.

Her preferred fitness routine combines movement with scenery: “Yoga retreats near oceanic settings doubly nourish me. Salt air and stretching create perfect harmony.”

Reflecting on her 50th birthday in 2020, Graham previously emphasized holistic wellbeing: “True beauty stems from internal balance and self-care rituals.”

“Yoga and meditation anchor me,” she confessed. “Daily affirmations counter societal fears about aging.”

“Cultural narratives urge midlife insecurity. I choose empowered self-acceptance instead,” she asserted.

Graham previously challenged ageist stereotypes in a PEOPLE interview, rejecting notions of diminished appeal after 50.

“True allure comes from self-assurance, not cultural validation,” she stated. “Claim your fabulousness unapologetically.”

The actress noted shifting priorities in recent years, valuing life experience over professional conquests.

“Early career drive has softened into appreciation for daily joys,” Graham shared. “While still passionate about work, gratitude practice enhances life’s richness.”

She concluded: “Embracing present blessings – of which I have many – creates profound fulfillment beyond professional achievements.”