I'm 72, I agree with the nine things that don't make sense anymore. I used to feel like I had to control the world. Now I don't. I don't even give anyone unsolicited advice. People don't care what a 72 year old thinks anyway. The beauty is, now, I don't care what they think either. It's so liberating.
For me it's time to give back my time and knowledge to younger generations and my fellow baby boomers who did not have the opportunities i had to move around to work with professionals and tradesmen in different fields and services in the marketplace ~ re-read the 3 little piggies story as it has 'gifts' of knowledge about the real world from a child's perspective as when we become 'old' we play with our grandkids all day. I didn't became a mother until late in life so i'm more like a grandmother FIGure to all the children i took care of who were around my son's age from the neighborhood as i stayed home during the day and went to work at night. When the kids went to school, i took care of the sick kids after i became an RN at 45. My son was born with kidney defects and my husband/father of our son was diagnosed with tackycardia w/syncope and would need heart valve replacements at some point when meds no longer stabilized his rapid heart beats that sounded 'mechanical' when we were dating ~ he was 24 and i was 19 but i wasn't a nurse until after our son was born ~ he had a lot of health issues ~ they put him on antibiotics just before his 1st Chistmas. He developed jaundice after in the hospital soon he was born. I had a seizure from elevated blood pressure and gestational diabetes. He was off the charts in size until his 11th month ~ he was a difficult baby ... then the prediatrian found out why and never believed me until then as apparently, they go back size and weight and if the baby is growing off the charts, he's not the problem, his older and overwhelmed mother is but little did they know that I've always taken care of babies ~ i took care of my baby sister who is 12 years younger than me! My friends kids, my neighbors kids .. i love kids... but i didn't speak medical terminology and you have to if you baby isn't 'normal' and the doctor knows best ...
@@nathanpeacock9978 I am in my 80’s and I want to add to what you said: you said that you don’t have control of the world. You need to realize that your world is not theirs any longer; yours is different now - as the rest of your statement suggests “beauty is you don’t care what others think”. Live your life the way you can and want. Your life can still be as fulfilling as you want it to be: Most of us old timers are totally content living our life in the manner that we created for ourselves.
Born in 1952, living alone ,, I’m still active on my bicycle or Kayak in summer days,,or downhill skiing in winter ,,, but on a moderate rythme One activity that is still progressing is my piano playing ,, even my fingers seems to acquire more agility. As for social interaction,, I’m more of a listener for it makes me understand how lucky I am with my life, As for my spiritual life, I do pray by just talking to Jesus exchanging thoughts and being grateful for his time listening
I'm 67 and completely agree. Plus, I'm a senior orphan. I have no children and am divorced. I embrace life. I travel, go to restaurants and movies alone. I think of it as dating myself. I like who I am. No, I don't have much money. But I make it work.
At 72 already retired at 60 held onto a massive house out of sentiment. Finally downscaled to a tiny house 18 months ago in a security village Tiny garden. Gave 40 years of junk away. Kept very little and now loving the freedom of an uncluttered life. Our most precious possessions are pups
I would love to not have the 1406sf 7 room house I have, but I can’t afford to sell it, its location hurts value. It only costs me $250m to live hear, $125m for taxes, $125m for HO ins. A cheap apt anywhere would cost me $600m min, before utilities.
Ray, I have skipped through this video and read a number of the comments and I sort of agree with most of them, but they don’t quite hit the mark. However, your comment about our understanding of our spirituality and our relationship with our creator is one that not only occupies my mind, give me a great insight to this stage of life. I am a member of the Bahá’í faith, and if I presume you are a Christian, sorry if I’m wrong, but I might guess that we are both in awe of the Majesty and mystery of our own existence. I am 73 and in my prayers and meditations I sort of talk to God and my own spirit, knowing that these years, are really the conclusion of my life here on Earth. And so what is really important comes into sharper focus. God bless you my friend and keep healthy and happy.
At 83 I'm no longer concerned with what others think. I wish I had realized this when I was young. I'm still trying to get get rid of things I don't need but once thought I couldn't live without. Time for yourself and good friends are all that really matter. Finally, live in the moment don't worry about the future and, above all, take care of your health, it's all you really have.
I agree 100% exceipt as a Christian minister I'd add "Believe in the True Gospel and make Christ your personal Savior!🤔😉 I had what I always thought as a "Good Friend"! I'm 75 he'll be 77 and is a widower. He told me (Sort of Proudly and defiantly) that: "He Doesn't Care anymore"! (Either do I about a lot of things but not Good and decent longtime friends!) He took that as an Excuse to be rather rude and judgmental and spoke harshly of me, while not giving me the benefit of a 60 -year-old Friendship that saw us both going Through Life! QUESTION: SHOULD simply gaining new Priorities be an Excuse for an Insulting and discarding Attitude towards a lifelong and trusted friend ? No! To Throw Away a good person and a good friend simply because age makes seeing each other much less often anymore is not Wise, fair or loving! Now, I'm one of those Parents and grandparents that have been Ostracized from his family although like the others who are victimized by this trend, I loved and provided abundantly although I was only a Vet and a Bluecollar all my life. I even cloistered myself for 2 full years and wrote a Book as a Legacy for perhaps my great grand-kids (Got one a year ago). I'm a Christian Lay Minister with over 40 years of Study, Service and Research and I wanted to Leave behind a Representation of my true self and my knowledge! "Who Is God And What Does He Want From Me?" at www.Lulu.com I get no Royalties at all! Never cared to !
Born in 1948/ by 45 became a millionaire (3times) At that point I knew no need to have anyone's approval at 76 now been around the world! Health is perfect/ 1 wonderful partner,..and a great dog!
I just downsized to a 399 sqft tiny home!! LOVE it!! I love doing what I want when I want!! I am 70 and still healthy as an ox!! Lift weights! Ride my bicycle outside! Lap swim weekly! Limit friends to whom I like to be around!! Life is good!
73 been retired 22 years . Hermit living alone . People ask if I am ever lonely ? How can I be lonely when I have Jesus as my friend . Best years of my life .
I’m surprised that physical activity was not one of the 9. You get more out of life, more activities to choose from, more energy and enthusiasm when you feel healthy, reasonably flexible and strong. It can be fun too. I choose tai chi and tango
#9 - I really need to take some of this to heart. At 80, I’ve been looking for the approval of my son - not needed. I APPROVE of me. Thank you so much.
Our daughter and son-in-law are frantically raising young boys and perceive grandpa’s support as co-parenting. 🙄 The boys are ill-disciplined and have no respect for their parents. Lotsa shouting. So now it’s hands off and good luck.
Nearly 76 I find my place is cluttered . Going to give all of it to charity. If I have quiet , enough to eat , some interactions with my fellow humans I’m grateful to my Creator. Thank you so much and God Bless everyone.
@@peter4Flags great move. I donated all I could to the local orphanage which is well run and they appreciate everything. Barbecues, table tennis, beds furniture curtains and mountains of good shoes plus a collection of clothes and whatever else. 2 lifetimes of power tools and stuff were sent to auction plus quite a lot on Facebook marketplace. I still kept too much so another simplification is due
At 85, I cut many of the toxic people from my life. My BP is normal many days. I do not have to listen to cruel remarks. I adopted a small dog. She needed me, and I needed her. They love you even if your hair is grey. I enjoy life on most days. I have gotten interested in growing inside flowers. Life is good.
I’m almost 71… been married 50 years, had one son and now he has a wife and daughter. I was a designer/decorator for years… I’ve inherited all my family’s and extended family’s things… I’m now the matriarch… I see many things about giving away things that you no longer love… I’ve done some of that, but I still enjoy the china and silver that I grew up with… the accessories accumulated over years from people, clients, my son and daughter in law… I love cooking a delicious lovely meal for my family and others… I don’t relate to stark minimalist homes.. they seem very cold to me… many of your suggestions are great, but I take comfort and inspiration from my curated home over many years♥️🥰
Had an out of body experience 55 years ago . Use to think those people were crazy . Looked down and saw my body . Wanted to see some happy people so looked to the rich . No matter how much money they had it was not even close to what I was experiencing-did not want to come back . My mother kept on shacking me and calling my name . Did not want to return but came back for my mother . Have never told this to anyone .
I really share your view because many of the objects in my house were gifts to me by people no longer around, or they have a story behind them. I like the fact they remind me of the fullness of life and whatever might come next.
Sooo many seemingly insignificant things I have that remind me of Pleasant people, events, times❤ I've de cluttered a lot yet some things I will NEVER get rid of in my lifetime.
@@robnewhere152 what did I do except express my opinion. Not all of us can or don’t want to live without some things that give us great memories and comfort
Hesitated clicking on this, as I'm a decade away. So glad I did -- letting go of relationship that no longer serves you is a lesson at any age, but especially true as one gets older. They do become the best years of your life, although with new sets of challenges 😊
I started feeling it at 68 and traded house and everything for an RV and left everything behind, including my toxic relationship and drove away, now I'm 70 and don't have much other than my little dog and peace ✌️
Best decade in my life was the 60’s. 70’s was a slow down - transition time, also learning how to deal with doctors. Now in 80’s and am quite satisfied with my life in general - and happy being somewhat self centered and do what I want when I want.
@@FunFlyingPilot nice...I'm 74 ....you are not being self centered!!!! I would rather be young and working like a dog again. The one and only improvement in my life is no responsibilities😎
@@OLOHEKAI Health is still good, was able to retire, spend some time with family, grandkids, do some traveling, get reacquainted with a couple hobbies that I didn’t have time for while still working; do what I wanted when I wanted - doesn’t get better than that.
I just started my eighth decade, and I’m delighted to be at this age and stage. As I listened to this video I realized that I have already been letting go of just these burdensome concerns and thoroughly enjoying my life, for the past ten years! I highly recommend it.
I'm 75, partner of 26 years died 25 years ago. Moved to Mexico at 61 but kept everything in the US too and rented it out. At 70 I sold everything in the US, rented the house in Mexico out, and moved to a tiny Caribbean island with two suitcases and a carry on where we had vacationed yearly since 1983. I now live in a 435 sq ft cottage alone while managing two tourist rental cottages. I shed all my worries about security, safety, health care, and ageing in a vulnerable situation by doing this and am living my best life meditating and being thankful every day.
i grew up without, spent most of my life that way, was never swayed by much of what this video suggests you now let go of; one OBVIOUS truth is 'you can't take it with you', in these later years I have taken to giving what I can to charities, environmental group, etc.; I have spent my life taking care of mind, body and soul, I will not be a burden to anyone in my old age, I made my peace with God long ago; my tenets are: 1 dream big, 2 live simply, 3 be grateful , 4 give love, 5 laugh lots
Not all of us are so lucky to make changes in our lives as we turn 70, I can't go anywhere or with my life because I've been taking care of my wife for the past 5 years, she went to leukemia got a bone transplant and now has Parkinson's, we have no freedom to enjoy life like we had planned and save for. Sometimes it's just out of our hands
I am in a similar position like your self , 50 years married in 2025 no children so no grandchildren, I am 73 this year but 8 years ago my wife struck down with disability , my view is ,we play the cards we are delt and take each day as it comes😊 but having a dog has helped greatly 😊😊
The 60s were the highlight of my life-filled with energy and unforgettable moments. The 70s brought a slower, transitional phase, teaching me valuable lessons like managing health and navigating the medical world. Now, in my 80s, I’ve found true contentment. I embrace the freedom to live on my own terms, doing what I love, when I want. It’s a deeply satisfying and fulfilling chapter of life!
72 here. Being irrelevant seems the greatest hurdle. You think experience would be sought after, but mostly it’s disregarded. I enjoy building things and repairing things. Most who witness my endeavors, including relatives, ignore or are mostly not interested and sarcastically so. Like what a waste of time when you could just go buy something much better. Society now is mostly disrespectful and rude. I personally think, just like the National debt, this attitude will eventually put most arrogant people in jeopardy.
YES! to each his own time, money, and energy spent is NOT a waste if it is YOUR choice it is a waste when you decide it is a waste so it is a waste of time and energy to criticize others' choices
Wonderful content. I am now 80 and agonizing over my belly. I was always talked that I would not be beautiful unless I were slim. I am now reminded that my beauty comes within. Blessings for these holy days.
I'm a 70 year old American man. I rid myself of both religious and patriotic conditioning years ago one at a time. I experienced a profound realization hidden in my sub conscious mind through meditating 30 minutes twice a day am and pm for 3 months. Pleasant things arose too but the realization was very emotionally painful but it freed me from choosing the wrong women for partners which I had done consistently up to my then present age of 48. I lived alone for 15 years in Pa. and in N. Cali. It was an essential part of my over all growth and development. I've lived with my eldest daughter, granddaughter and Orange Tabby cat Punky and I feel peaceful like this is where I belong as I approach my mortality. God Bless, Peace & Love to all!
@@IoveIsrael3059 You are 100% incorrect. What about the Hindu Gods, the God of Islam, Mormonism and a hundred other 'isms'' etc. Each religion claims their God is the only one, so your comment is unsurprising. Actually, a God did not 'create'' me. I learned that at school. Granted there are things in the universe beyond our simple human comprehension. I believe that, but you don't need a religion to believe in that.
At 72 i am semi retired . Am still working , gardening and still "in the game" i' m learning to say NO , and not over obligate myself. I've done my best in life and now exercising "hope" for my children and grand children.
I am 77, and I think that I have subconsciously implemented some of these notions. I am planning a solo trip to my family's place of origin in Canada. I come from a small family, so I find it easier to reject compliance. I have always been a bit of a loner, so finding solitude is easy for me. This presentation, however, is affirmation that does give you something to consider. Thank you
I endorse 100% of the views . I have let gone of toxic relationships unnecessary obligations and found my inner peace and ideologies .Thank you for this incisive video .
I guess I’ve lived like this most of my adult life. I am a baby boomer women, and I was blessed with the most wonderful Dad. He taught me all this from early on ❤
This video beautifully highlights the wisdom gained after 70 and encourages us to live intentionally. Letting go of societal pressures, material burdens, and toxic ties allows us to prioritize joy and authenticity. Thank you for sharing these valuable lessons-it’s a gift to reflect on what truly matters. To all viewers, may you embrace this inspiring message and find peace, love, and fulfillment in every moment.
not much wisdom at all. dependence on others to stay alive grows. one may have the money to pay for what they need but the needs tend to go up. what changes is what you want
As a very creative type, I have a huge studio space full of all kinds of art and artisan supplies. As long as they bring me joy I'm not touching them. Sick of all this down sizing letting go crap. My family doesn't give a rat's ass abt me so I'm keeping what makes me happy.
You are a loyal companion! My wife and I have been taking care of our aged parents for years. Sometimes you think of the extra freedoms you have sacrificed , but overall , at this stage of life , I think A man’s (or women ) gotta do what a man’s gotta do.
I didn't wait to age to get my values straight. On the other hand, there is no scarcity of time when one ages. The scarcity is with energy. One needs to prioritize activities and allocate energy for the schedule.
I am over seventy but recently bought two corvettes. I gave one to my son, I love to drive my C6. And I still love my far to big home. So many memories and watching my dogs chase each other is a joy. I don’t think I have ever been happier.
Are you married and if not, there are many women out there including myself that need a man like you. Tell me about your vette~ I like the classic vettes best as they remind me of the good old days when i was dating. We had a '63 split window before the kids came. If you still have your health when you turn 70, you got is made in the shade... I love to watch my 2 dogs chase each other too. I have a large Mastiff, female and a mini Chihuahua male. Neither are fixed yet as they're still young ~ I'm house training them for my son and his gf with have another older dog, several cats and her 3 kids so they didn't have time to train puppies. Everybody loves puppies but you need to spend a lot of time with them after they're no longer dependent on momma for her milk. I just got the little guy who spend too much time in his crate. He's the perfect lap dog and he can outrun Big Bella leaving her in dust. lol. I only have a small yard for them to run around but they make use of every square inch which reminds me that I need to get more bricks to put under the fence as Bella taught Roscoe how dig under the fence and run around my neighbors yard who doesn't appreciate dog poop on her beautiful manicured lawn. I'd be pissed to lol. I use to love gardening and keeping the grass perfectly groomed. Enjoy your life but if you ever fell the need for a woman your age ~ please don't be one of those old guy's that get hooked on a young gold digger. Trump got lucky with 2 out of 3 of his wives. He never should have cheat on his 1st wife imo ~ she had 3 husbands after him because she was the perfect 1st wife. He admits he was the best father as his work schedule took up most of his time. Trump's a work horse like Elon. They are going to make a Great team. Now that i know Elon is on the spectrum at the high end where the geniuses are, I understand his 'visions' are not just whimsical dreams of a nut case which is was my 1st impression of him many years ago. I would love to be at his dinner table just to listen to him speak. I met Trump in NYC back in the 70's, he's nothing like his public persona that his 1st wife helped him create with her "THE DONald" title. My 2nd family was Italian. When i saw the Godfather movie back in the 70's, it was like the move in so many ways. And yea, my Uncle was part of the legitimate end of the Mafia and there's always the CATholic hierarchy present and accounted for. They were good to me....not my bf's though. I was orphaned at age 13 ~ blond hair, blue eyes and for some reason they treated me like a virgin mary lol. I lost interest in the church when i started dating. My 1st bf was French ~ we were more like best friends but he did want to get married after we got our college education but i couldn't afford to go away to college. I worked days and took college courses at night. Went out with my gf's on Friday night and had a date for Saturday night. We were good girls ~ 1 of the geek groups v the greasers aka the cool people who's motto was 'sex drugs and rock'n roll' lol. Our dates were going to movies, i had to be home at 11pm in the 11th grand and midnight in the 12th grade. We also went ice skating as our date. We had our fun, the old fashioned ways.
My husband and I are 70 and I so agree we sold our home and live totally free in our travel trailer on a lake debt free. Our children are happy grown and married and have little time for us so I am just living with the attitude to just “let them” and do only what I love to do and do what I love!!! We are traveling and living a very simple lifetime and it feels so good! I want to live each day as if it is my last and do what my authentic self feels right about. I love that I can now set boundaries and say no! To try to let go of and embrace truly embrace me and that is enough. Hard to do yet I will keep on trying. To let the inner kindness and love shine through. So true now I want to try new things and meet new friends letting go and surrounding myself only with positive beautiful people. I deserve to be loved and respected and appreciated thank you!
I don’t know about not dying one’s hair anymore after 70. I still dye mine as well as color my eyebrows just enough to not look too out of place or too unnatural when I go out and people still say I don’t look a day over 50 years old. This makes me feel better after 70 for now, but eventually, I realize we all have to face reality in the face at some point in our lives. The secret to looking younger is not to do things to yourself that make you look too harsh looking or plastic as you age. Each person’s aging process is different appearance wise, health-wise, our DNA makeup, etc. Of course as our energies continue to wane, so does our effort to dye our hair or put on some light makeup to boost our morale a little for some of us. I started doing a lot of these things on this video in my early 60’s like getting rid of toxic people, not letting any religious or political organizations control my life, downsizing on material things. It’s still a work in progress for me but the thing is to be happy with ourselves and enjoy life! Thanks for the reminders. Much appreciated.
I turned 70 this year but have no desire to stop having my hair highlighted periodically. It has nothing to do with living less “authentically” by having this done. It’s merely a way of presenting myself in a way that makes me feel good knowing I’m making an effort to look my best. I am not trying to disguise who I am. It’s an act of self care, no different than eating healthy and exercising daily.
One has to learn to embrace how you age. Vanity is not your friend. Remember everything is beautiful in its own way. You don’t need to compare yourself to others. You are yourself. You are beautiful. It’s not your problem if someone thinks otherwise. Of course this is not to say that you shouldn’t take care of yourself. If you can get over what others think, you will feel much better about yourself . Peace. Age 73.
I'm almost 73; my wife is 69. Last year we adopted one of our granddaughters who is now 4. It's amazing how doing something like that keeps you younger than you actually are. When our Addie turns 18, I'll be 86. Fortunately, I'm able to still work at a somewhat demanding, good paying job that keeps me mentally involved at a high level. We'll need to "keep up with things" to successfully raise our granddaughter-daughter and keep her safe. It's a challenge that both my wife and I relish. We'll retire in the next life.
Right. Letting-go of worrying about the approval of others is something that is more likely to start happening around the onset of middle age. Forty or forty five. I'm sixty three. I stopped caring about what the world thinks of me decades ago. It's very liberating. It's one of my favorite aspects of getting older.
except your dependence on others will still be there no matter your age and by 70 you will still need stuff, what you want may change but what you need will still be there
i'm 75 and the last 20 years i've never been in a better place mentally. it all came to a head after a failed relationship with someone i was deeply in love with and got kicked to the curb. once i decided my life didn't have to be defined by my personal relationships, everything changed. i had never felt such empowerment. i stopped the eternal accumulation of things i thought would make me feel better by having. my life is simple, my friends are few and i'm enjoying my senior years and only wish i had figured it out at a much younger age.
74 years old. Video described exactly what I finally realized. And have acceptance that these are my last years and that knowing that is in itself okay. Life is good.
At 74 I'm glad I no longer feel "insignificant" or "irrelevant" as I did even in my 60s. I just haven't got the energy to get so upset or worked-up now. I do get flashbacks though to my much younger self, which was often, frankly, appalling. I keep trying now to build upon my education and don't just owe it to myself. The one really bad part of my present life is pensioner poverty, which I must tackle.
This message speaks volumes. Life is too short to spend it on things or people that don't bring us happiness. Prioritizing ourselves is a lesson we all need to learn.
instead of dwelling on feelings of loneliness, occupy your mind with new pursuits that is, instead of sitting there wishing for company, BE your own company
The best takeaway in this video is giving up the need for approval. I’m 71 and discovered this only a couple of years ago. If you truly want to liberate yourself from anxiety, give up the need for approval. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care about your appearance or how you conduct yourself around others. It means not to take things personally if someone disagrees or doesn’t like you. It means stop people-pleasing and trying to impress. You will only be disappointed. After all, I can’t like everyone, so why should I expect everyone to like me? “So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains And we never even know we have the key.” - The Eagles “Already Gone”
I'm 66 but I prepare myself for the seventies. You gave me the keys to realize that a lot of things I have to change. Thank you very much for your help to do it and put my usual time I spend behind .
Biggest thing I see is developing the ability to embrace that although there are some things our health no longer allows us to do is accept that and look for the positives in what we still can do rather than continuing the mourn the loss of what we can no longer do and cannot change that fact.
I just turned 79 yesterday. I have just watched the video and appreciate that it brings in a lot of clarity 2 hour purpose at this stage of life - its a very useful and meaningful video 👍
At 70, I can definitely relate to a lot of these points! It's fascinating how life shifts in ways that don’t always make sense, but it’s all part of the journey. Embracing the changes and finding humor in them has been key for me. Great video, and thanks for sharing such relatable insights!
From 16 up life with the unbelievable. Counselors told me if i wrote a book no one would ever believe it. Very thankful for the memories, and yes, if i wrote a book no one would belive it. Cherished memories and people that i will forevermore love and cherish. Never really thought of it as anything but normal. Beautiful people, just as human as any other person.
I’m 76 and have never sought approval from anyone ,but now I’m getting rid of many items. My health is not great but I’m still a pusher on my self and still have high aspect of others. My friends have always been few in number. I’ve been very successful in life, I have been self employed almost of my life, I’ve been hard on myself, been married to the same woman for almost 58 years good information
#9 well explained, I don’t have the words to express how much wisdom I see in this advice. Clearly spelled out the changes I’ve been seeking to make at 72
I think that’s because some people do not stay for the entire presentation and the speaker does not get credit for the views so it’s strictly business. I feel that these messages were worth waiting for.
I turned 70 this year and it had a profound effect on my feelings about my life. Even though I have been going through the transformation outlined in this video for about a decade, I now have more of a sense of urgency about really letting go, especially of some long-term toxic family relationships that have been robbing me of my precious time, energy, money, joy and peace. To those of you who are in your late 50's on, I encourage you to start re-evaluating your priorities now. I have had a number of acquaintances who have been hit with unexpected health problems and never got a chance to experience all the things they had worked all their lives to be able to enjoy.
Just pick one or two goals at a time. Maybe an easy one first so you have success ... along with the one goal that is most important to you. Decluttering for instance can be ongoing one item a day or say one box a week. We still have control of our actions. Good luck.
Thank you for this video I am 72 and sold my business 3 years ago this is my new world and I love it. finding peace with god and yourself is so for filling , Love is the answer and you have to love yourself first to understand it
I’m 67 & except for the aches & pains I feel the freest I’ve ever felt…& the old cliche is true: “I wish I knew then what I know now” my life would’ve been so much easier. I made many stupid decisions due to stubbornness & immaturity.
Amen it’s time for my Peace and love to flourish I’m 76 And I need that time for me now thank you everyone for your thoughts that’s my beginning finally I Understand
I'm in my late 60s and have been trying to follow these principles for years. I think of it as simplification, or reducing the clutter in my head that stops me living in the moment. The one that's hardest to tackle is redefining goals, because they give me desire, and desire gives me strength. And yes, my fitness regime matters more than ever.
I awoke this morning asking myself a question that was in the dream that caused me to wake up. It was the question in the dream I was asking a person who was once a friend and someone I no longer respected, the question was: “Are you proud of who you have become?” I realized the question wasn’t for him, it was me asking me. What shook me to my core and what became the introspective thought all day, was, I didn’t have an immediate answer. More than self analysis, life as we age, has become a refocus of who you want to become. Maybe for reasons only we would understand.
76 and have never cared to own a big home, never cared what others thought of me and never felt the need to compete for anything , in anything or for anyone in this life. Competition is for insecure people trying to prove themselves to self and others. Happiness is something found inside of you where God dwells.
9......2/18/55......nothing here i haven't learned already.....I am more at ease in life than I have ever been....thank you for the affirmation of my life. I did read the Four Agreements and Power of Now upon publication, I took it to heart and ended up a Mindfulness and Yoga Instructor
Am a hermit and live alone . People ask ,am I not lonely ?How can one be lonely when I have Jesus as my friend . Ask and you will receive . Knock and the door will be open . Worked for me .
Someone asked me, “Have you found Jesus? “. I answered, “Don’t need to. “. Very puzzled they asked “Why?”. I said, “He is right there”, pointing over my shoulder. 😊
I figured all of this out in my 30s. The hardest one is saying no which I mastered in my 50s but its still not easy. All of the above is good advice for anyone at any age.
I agree with everything you said. I have already started to de clutter my space and about to retire from work and just enjoy unstructured demands and responsibilities brought on by work . Thank you for this article.
This is all so relevant to my life right now. I am one year shy of 70 and purging what I don’t need. This includes relationships and material things. Thank you for this enlightening and confirmation that it’s not only me. ❤
Live creatively in a way that suits you and gives you a desire to get out of bed in the morning. There is no more important time in life to be a great advocate of yourself than retirement years
I just turned 71 years old today an all this is so true this is how I’ve been feeling for so long.and just didn’t know how to express it to others without hurting anyone but now who cares
Thank You for this GR8 Video...I'm 70 an orphan I have nothing Living on SS and still working at $10 an Hour as a security Guard and saving my $ to buy a Van to live in and travel the GR8 USA...
Thanks!
I'm 72, I agree with the nine things that don't make sense anymore. I used to feel like I had to control the world. Now I don't. I don't even give anyone unsolicited advice. People don't care what a 72 year old thinks anyway. The beauty is, now, I don't care what they think either. It's so liberating.
For me it's time to give back my time and knowledge to younger generations and my fellow baby boomers who did not have the opportunities i had to move around to work with professionals and tradesmen in different fields and services in the marketplace ~ re-read the 3 little piggies story as it has 'gifts' of knowledge about the real world from a child's perspective as when we become 'old' we play with our grandkids all day. I didn't became a mother until late in life so i'm more like a grandmother FIGure to all the children i took care of who were around my son's age from the neighborhood as i stayed home during the day and went to work at night. When the kids went to school, i took care of the sick kids after i became an RN at 45. My son was born with kidney defects and my husband/father of our son was diagnosed with tackycardia w/syncope and would need heart valve replacements at some point when meds no longer stabilized his rapid heart beats that sounded 'mechanical' when we were dating ~ he was 24 and i was 19 but i wasn't a nurse until after our son was born ~ he had a lot of health issues ~ they put him on antibiotics just before his 1st Chistmas. He developed jaundice after in the hospital soon he was born. I had a seizure from elevated blood pressure and gestational diabetes. He was off the charts in size until his 11th month ~ he was a difficult baby ... then the prediatrian found out why and never believed me until then as apparently, they go back size and weight and if the baby is growing off the charts, he's not the problem, his older and overwhelmed mother is but little did they know that I've always taken care of babies ~ i took care of my baby sister who is 12 years younger than me! My friends kids, my neighbors kids .. i love kids... but i didn't speak medical terminology and you have to if you baby isn't 'normal' and the doctor knows best ...
@@nathanpeacock9978 I am in my 80’s and I want to add to what you said: you said that you don’t have control of the world. You need to realize that your world is not theirs any longer; yours is different now - as the rest of your statement suggests “beauty is you don’t care what others think”. Live your life the way you can and want. Your life can still be as fulfilling as you want it to be: Most of us old timers are totally content living our life in the manner that we created for ourselves.
Born in 1952, living alone ,, I’m still active on my bicycle or Kayak in summer days,,or downhill skiing in winter ,,, but on a moderate rythme
One activity that is still progressing is my piano playing ,, even my fingers seems to acquire more agility.
As for social interaction,, I’m more of a listener for it makes me understand how lucky I am with my life,
As for my spiritual life, I do pray by just talking to Jesus exchanging thoughts and being grateful for his time listening
Great. I'm 76 and still have a lot to do.!! Keep moving, stay single .!
I'm 67 and completely agree. Plus, I'm a senior orphan. I have no children and am divorced. I embrace life. I travel, go to restaurants and movies alone. I think of it as dating myself. I like who I am. No, I don't have much money. But I make it work.
Lepewhi...Bravo!
God bless you with years of healthy life!!
You inspire me.
@Maria-vz1sm Life is short. Enjoy it!
Everywhere I go, there I am. I love my own company. LoL!
At 72 already retired at 60 held onto a massive house out of sentiment. Finally downscaled to a tiny house 18 months ago in a security village Tiny garden. Gave 40 years of junk away. Kept very little and now loving the freedom of an uncluttered life. Our most precious possessions are pups
We should be doing all this before 70!😂
I would love to not have the 1406sf 7 room house I have, but I can’t afford to sell it, its location hurts value.
It only costs me $250m to live hear, $125m for taxes, $125m for HO ins.
A cheap apt anywhere would cost me $600m min, before utilities.
@@TonyPoulter Nice! Congratulations!
My cats
I am about to do the same
Am going to be 97 in JAN. This is so true, spot on I am all I need. YES !
You are very blessed, Marie.
Most folk over 70 y/o are not wealthy, poverty and lack of nourishment are the reality.
Not everyone is middleclass.
@@albertplumer So True!
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I like to wish you many more years in this world.
I appreciate my relationship with God more than ever. The more I help others, the more God helps me. Come on 80 !
Ray, I have skipped through this video and read a number of the comments and I sort of agree with most of them, but they don’t quite hit the mark. However, your comment about our understanding of our spirituality and our relationship with our creator is one that not only occupies my mind, give me a great insight to this stage of life. I am a member of the Bahá’í faith, and if I presume you are a Christian, sorry if I’m wrong, but I might guess that we are both in awe of the Majesty and mystery of our own existence. I am 73 and in my prayers and meditations I sort of talk to God and my own spirit, knowing that these years, are really the conclusion of my life here on Earth. And so what is really important comes into sharper focus. God bless you my friend and keep healthy and happy.
My constant companion.
At 83 I'm no longer concerned with what others think. I wish I had realized this when I was young.
I'm still trying to get get rid of things I don't need but once thought I couldn't live without. Time for yourself and good friends are all that really matter.
Finally, live in the moment don't worry about the future and, above all, take care of your health, it's all you really have.
I agree 100% exceipt as a Christian minister I'd add "Believe in the True Gospel and make Christ your personal Savior!🤔😉
I had what I always thought as a "Good Friend"!
I'm 75 he'll be 77 and is a widower.
He told me (Sort of Proudly and defiantly) that: "He Doesn't Care anymore"! (Either do I about a lot of things but not Good and decent longtime friends!)
He took that as an Excuse to be rather rude and judgmental and spoke harshly of me, while not giving me the benefit of a 60 -year-old Friendship that saw us both going Through Life!
QUESTION:
SHOULD simply gaining new Priorities be an Excuse for an Insulting and discarding Attitude towards a lifelong and trusted friend ?
No!
To Throw Away a good person and a good friend simply because age makes seeing each other much less often anymore is not Wise, fair or loving!
Now, I'm one of those Parents and grandparents that have been Ostracized from his family although like the others who are victimized by this trend, I loved and provided abundantly although I was only a Vet and a Bluecollar all my life.
I even cloistered myself for 2 full years and wrote a Book as a Legacy for perhaps my great grand-kids (Got one a year ago).
I'm a Christian Lay Minister with over 40 years of Study, Service and Research and I wanted to Leave behind a Representation of my true self and my knowledge!
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I get no Royalties at all!
Never cared to !
Never younger than today.
Born in 55, i never cared what others thought, so I guess I was ahead of the curve.
We don't care. Lol😅
Born in 1948/ by 45 became a millionaire (3times)
At that point I knew no need to have anyone's approval at 76 now been around the world! Health is perfect/ 1 wonderful partner,..and a great dog!
@@alan4sure So true!
@@stevenbucelato You are living 'the golden years' that i worked for but it didn't work out. I think i'm paying for sins from past lives 🤣
@mafirearmsafety Haha; good for you 🏆
I just downsized to a 399 sqft tiny home!! LOVE it!! I love doing what I want when I want!! I am 70 and still healthy as an ox!! Lift weights! Ride my bicycle outside! Lap swim weekly! Limit friends to whom I like to be around!! Life is good!
73 been retired 22 years . Hermit living alone . People ask if I am ever lonely ?
How can I be lonely when I have Jesus as my friend . Best years of my life .
@@GlennRobert-ix6dj PTL
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I’m surprised that physical activity was not one of the 9. You get more out of life, more activities to choose from, more energy and enthusiasm when you feel healthy, reasonably flexible and strong. It can be fun too. I choose tai chi and tango
@@DanielRamirez-ce8ic Spiritual Activity works fine .
#9 - I really need to take some of this to heart. At 80, I’ve been looking for the approval of my son - not needed. I APPROVE of me. Thank you so much.
Not some, make it happen!
Our daughter and son-in-law are frantically raising young boys and perceive grandpa’s support as co-parenting. 🙄 The boys are ill-disciplined and have no respect for their parents. Lotsa shouting. So now it’s hands off and good luck.
Nearly 76 I find my place is cluttered . Going to give all of it to charity. If I have quiet , enough to eat , some interactions with my fellow humans I’m grateful to my Creator. Thank you so much and God Bless everyone.
@@peter4Flags great move. I donated all I could to the local orphanage which is well run and they appreciate everything. Barbecues, table tennis, beds furniture curtains and mountains of good shoes plus a collection of clothes and whatever else. 2 lifetimes of power tools and stuff were sent to auction plus quite a lot on Facebook marketplace. I still kept too much so another simplification is due
At 85, I cut many of the toxic people from my life. My BP is normal many days. I do not have to listen to cruel remarks. I adopted a small dog. She needed me, and I needed her. They love you even if your hair is grey. I enjoy life on most days. I have gotten interested in growing inside flowers. Life is good.
Mary....Bravo...PTL
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Seek the Lord Jesus Christ while your heart is still beating.
I’m almost 71… been married 50 years, had one son and now he has a wife and daughter. I was a designer/decorator for years… I’ve inherited all my family’s and extended family’s things… I’m now the matriarch… I see many things about giving away things that you no longer love… I’ve done some of that, but I still enjoy the china and silver that I grew up with… the accessories accumulated over years from people, clients, my son and daughter in law… I love cooking a delicious lovely meal for my family and others… I don’t relate to stark minimalist homes.. they seem very cold to me… many of your suggestions are great, but I take comfort and inspiration from my curated home over many years♥️🥰
Had an out of body experience 55 years ago . Use to think those people were crazy . Looked down and saw my body . Wanted to see some happy people so looked to the rich . No matter how much money they had it was not even close to what I was experiencing-did not want to come back . My mother kept on shacking me and calling my name . Did not want to return but came back for my mother .
Have never told this to anyone .
I really share your view because many of the objects in my house were gifts to me by people no longer around, or they have a story behind them. I like the fact they remind me of the fullness of life and whatever might come
next.
Sooo many seemingly insignificant things I have that remind me of Pleasant people, events, times❤
I've de cluttered a lot yet some things I will NEVER get rid of in my lifetime.
Apparently you dont feel the need to worry about what others think, even this video ..congratulations
@@robnewhere152 what did I do except express my opinion. Not all of us can or don’t want to live without some things that give us great memories and comfort
Hesitated clicking on this, as I'm a decade away. So glad I did -- letting go of relationship that no longer serves you is a lesson at any age, but especially true as one gets older. They do become the best years of your life, although with new sets of challenges 😊
I totally agree with Glenn Robert; We are never truly alone, when you have Jesus in your life. He is my Friend, strength & salvation!
I started feeling it at 68 and traded house and everything for an RV and left everything behind, including my toxic relationship and drove away, now I'm 70 and don't have much other than my little dog and peace ✌️
Cool. Way to go!
Best decade in my life was the 60’s. 70’s was a slow down - transition time, also learning how to deal with doctors. Now in 80’s and am quite satisfied with my life in general - and happy being somewhat self centered and do what I want when I want.
@@FunFlyingPilot nice...I'm 74 ....you are not being self centered!!!! I would rather be young and working like a dog again. The one and only improvement in my life is no responsibilities😎
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Me too.
What made your 60’s the best decade?
@@OLOHEKAI Health is still good, was able to retire, spend some time with family, grandkids, do some traveling, get reacquainted with a couple hobbies that I didn’t have time for while still working; do what I wanted when I wanted - doesn’t get better than that.
Just turned 70. Grateful and thankful for the gift of life, good health, and a great family. Grateful for Jesus and the abundance life have to offer
I just started my eighth decade, and I’m delighted to be at this age and stage. As I listened to this video I realized that I have already been letting go of just these burdensome concerns and thoroughly enjoying my life, for the past ten years! I highly recommend it.
"Such an amazing video! You really nailed it with this one, I can't stop watching. Keep it up!"
Glad you enjoy it! ♥️🪷
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I'm 75, partner of 26 years died 25 years ago. Moved to Mexico at 61 but kept everything in the US too and rented it out. At 70 I sold everything in the US, rented the house in Mexico out, and moved to a tiny Caribbean island with two suitcases and a carry on where we had vacationed yearly since 1983. I now live in a 435 sq ft cottage alone while managing two tourist rental cottages. I shed all my worries about security, safety, health care, and ageing in a vulnerable situation by doing this and am living my best life meditating and being thankful every day.
Lucky you,!!!!
i grew up without, spent most of my life that way, was never swayed by much of what this video suggests you now let go of; one OBVIOUS truth is 'you can't take it with you', in these later years I have taken to giving what I can to charities, environmental group, etc.; I have spent my life taking care of mind, body and soul, I will not be a burden to anyone in my old age, I made my peace with God long ago; my tenets are: 1 dream big, 2 live simply, 3 be grateful , 4 give love, 5 laugh lots
Not all of us are so lucky to make changes in our lives as we turn 70, I can't go anywhere or with my life because I've been taking care of my wife for the past 5 years, she went to leukemia got a bone transplant and now has Parkinson's, we have no freedom to enjoy life like we had planned and save for. Sometimes it's just out of our hands
GodBlessYouBoth ❤
I'm praying for you brother.
I am in a similar position like your self , 50 years married in 2025 no children so no grandchildren, I am 73 this year but 8 years ago my wife struck down with disability , my view is ,we play the cards we are delt and take each day as it comes😊 but having a dog has helped greatly 😊😊
@@barrieroberts75 A life lived for another is a life worth Living! PTL
Agreed…health issues put a stop to many of these joys of older age. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
The 60s were the highlight of my life-filled with energy and unforgettable moments. The 70s brought a slower, transitional phase, teaching me valuable lessons like managing health and navigating the medical world. Now, in my 80s, I’ve found true contentment. I embrace the freedom to live on my own terms, doing what I love, when I want. It’s a deeply satisfying and fulfilling chapter of life!
As an older adult, I often feel shy discussing this, but it’s truly necessary.
72 here. Being irrelevant seems the greatest hurdle. You think experience would be sought after, but mostly it’s disregarded. I enjoy building things and repairing things. Most who witness my endeavors, including relatives, ignore or are mostly not interested and sarcastically so. Like what a waste of time when you could just go buy something much better. Society now is mostly disrespectful and rude. I personally think, just like the National debt, this attitude will eventually put most arrogant people in jeopardy.
YES! to each his own
time, money, and energy spent is NOT a waste if it is YOUR choice
it is a waste when you decide it is a waste
so it is a waste of time and energy to criticize others' choices
I just turned 70 in May. I feel more comfortable and at peace
We're fortunate to have lived this long...others lives are soooo short lived 😢❤
And you're looking darn good for 70, I must say.🙂👍
Deb...Keep on Truckin! Live it Love it Show It!!!
Wonderful content. I am now 80 and agonizing over my belly. I was always talked that I would not be beautiful unless I were slim. I am now reminded that my beauty comes within. Blessings for these holy days.
I'm a 70 year old American man. I rid myself of both religious and patriotic conditioning years ago one at a time.
I experienced a profound realization hidden in my sub conscious mind through meditating 30 minutes twice a day am and pm for 3 months.
Pleasant things arose too but the realization was very emotionally painful but it freed me from choosing the wrong women for partners which I had done consistently up to my then present age of 48. I lived alone for 15 years in Pa. and in N. Cali.
It was an essential part of my over all growth and development. I've lived with my eldest daughter, granddaughter and Orange Tabby cat Punky and I feel peaceful like this is where I belong as I approach my mortality.
God Bless, Peace & Love to all!
All we need are the basics and most importantly, a close fellowship with JESUS!😁
Or God of one's choice.
@dennisheath3747 Sorry but only one God. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. The God who created the universe( and YOU!😁)
@@IoveIsrael3059 You are 100% incorrect. What about the Hindu Gods, the God of Islam, Mormonism and a hundred other 'isms'' etc. Each religion claims their God is the only one, so your comment is unsurprising. Actually, a God did not 'create'' me. I learned that at school. Granted there are things in the universe beyond our simple human comprehension. I believe that, but you don't need a religion to believe in that.
@dennisheath3747 🙏 🙏 for you
@@IoveIsrael3059 Feel free 🙂
At 72 i am semi retired . Am still working , gardening and still "in the game" i' m learning to say NO , and not over obligate myself. I've done my best in life and now exercising "hope" for my children and grand children.
Time of my life to hear a message like these 9 lines of wisdom, I am in my 81st year! THANKYOU! JP3
I am 77, and I think that I have subconsciously implemented some of these notions. I am planning a solo trip to my family's place of origin in Canada. I come from a small family, so I find it easier to reject compliance. I have always been a bit of a loner, so finding solitude is easy for me. This presentation, however, is affirmation that does give you something to consider. Thank you
I endorse 100% of the views . I have let gone of toxic relationships unnecessary obligations and found my inner peace and ideologies .Thank you for this incisive video .
I guess I’ve lived like this most of my adult life. I am a baby boomer women, and I was blessed with the most wonderful Dad. He taught me all this from early on ❤
also a baby boomer with a wonderful dad.
This video beautifully highlights the wisdom gained after 70 and encourages us to live intentionally. Letting go of societal pressures, material burdens, and toxic ties allows us to prioritize joy and authenticity. Thank you for sharing these valuable lessons-it’s a gift to reflect on what truly matters. To all viewers, may you embrace this inspiring message and find peace, love, and fulfillment in every moment.
not much wisdom at all. dependence on others to stay alive grows. one may have the money to pay for what they need but the needs tend to go up. what changes is what you want
I am 73 and what a great video! 100% true. Thank You !! Jack
Thank you so much, Jack! 🙌 Your kind words and positive energy mean a lot.
As a very creative type, I have a huge studio space full of all kinds of art and artisan supplies. As long as they bring me joy I'm not touching them. Sick of all this down sizing letting go crap. My family doesn't give a rat's ass abt me so I'm keeping what makes me happy.
You are a loyal companion! My wife and I have been taking care of our aged parents for years. Sometimes you think of the extra freedoms you have sacrificed , but overall , at this stage of life , I think A man’s (or women ) gotta do what a man’s gotta do.
This is all true. Now I know what, “Groovy kind of love means.”
I didn't wait to age to get my values straight. On the other hand, there is no scarcity of time when one ages. The scarcity is with energy. One needs to prioritize activities and allocate energy for the schedule.
So absolutely true!
I am over seventy but recently bought two corvettes. I gave one to my son, I love to drive my C6. And I still love my far to big home. So many memories and watching my dogs chase each other is a joy. I don’t think I have ever been happier.
Are you married and if not, there are many women out there including myself that need a man like you. Tell me about your vette~ I like the classic vettes best as they remind me of the good old days when i was dating. We had a '63 split window before the kids came. If you still have your health when you turn 70, you got is made in the shade... I love to watch my 2 dogs chase each other too. I have a large Mastiff, female and a mini Chihuahua male. Neither are fixed yet as they're still young ~ I'm house training them for my son and his gf with have another older dog, several cats and her 3 kids so they didn't have time to train puppies. Everybody loves puppies but you need to spend a lot of time with them after they're no longer dependent on momma for her milk. I just got the little guy who spend too much time in his crate. He's the perfect lap dog and he can outrun Big Bella leaving her in dust. lol. I only have a small yard for them to run around but they make use of every square inch which reminds me that I need to get more bricks to put under the fence as Bella taught Roscoe how dig under the fence and run around my neighbors yard who doesn't appreciate dog poop on her beautiful manicured lawn. I'd be pissed to lol. I use to love gardening and keeping the grass perfectly groomed. Enjoy your life but if you ever fell the need for a woman your age ~ please don't be one of those old guy's that get hooked on a young gold digger. Trump got lucky with 2 out of 3 of his wives. He never should have cheat on his 1st wife imo ~ she had 3 husbands after him because she was the perfect 1st wife. He admits he was the best father as his work schedule took up most of his time. Trump's a work horse like Elon. They are going to make a Great team. Now that i know Elon is on the spectrum at the high end where the geniuses are, I understand his 'visions' are not just whimsical dreams of a nut case which is was my 1st impression of him many years ago. I would love to be at his dinner table just to listen to him speak. I met Trump in NYC back in the 70's, he's nothing like his public persona that his 1st wife helped him create with her "THE DONald" title. My 2nd family was Italian. When i saw the Godfather movie back in the 70's, it was like the move in so many ways. And yea, my Uncle was part of the legitimate end of the Mafia and there's always the CATholic hierarchy present and accounted for. They were good to me....not my bf's though. I was orphaned at age 13 ~ blond hair, blue eyes and for some reason they treated me like a virgin mary lol. I lost interest in the church when i started dating. My 1st bf was French ~ we were more like best friends but he did want to get married after we got our college education but i couldn't afford to go away to college. I worked days and took college courses at night. Went out with my gf's on Friday night and had a date for Saturday night. We were good girls ~ 1 of the geek groups v the greasers aka the cool people who's motto was 'sex drugs and rock'n roll' lol. Our dates were going to movies, i had to be home at 11pm in the 11th grand and midnight in the 12th grade. We also went ice skating as our date. We had our fun, the old fashioned ways.
Wow... I did all that and more at my 20´s...
Feel sorry for all those who have to wait untll they are old.
My husband and I are 70 and I so agree we sold our home and live totally free in our travel trailer on a lake debt free. Our children are happy grown and married and have little time for us so I am just living with the attitude to just “let them” and do only what I love to do and do what I love!!! We are traveling and living a very simple lifetime and it feels so good! I want to live each day as if it is my last and do what my authentic self feels right about. I love that I can now set boundaries and say no! To try to let go of and embrace truly embrace me and that is enough. Hard to do yet I will keep on trying. To let the inner kindness and love shine through. So true now I want to try new things and meet new friends letting go and surrounding myself only with positive beautiful people. I deserve to be loved and respected and appreciated thank you!
I don’t know about not dying one’s hair anymore after 70. I still dye mine as well as color my eyebrows just enough to not look too out of place or too unnatural when I go out and people still say I don’t look a day over 50 years old. This makes me feel better after 70 for now, but eventually, I realize we all have to face reality in the face at some point in our lives. The secret to looking younger is not to do things to yourself that make you look too harsh looking or plastic as you age. Each person’s aging process is different appearance wise, health-wise, our DNA makeup, etc. Of course as our energies continue to wane, so does our effort to dye our hair or put on some light makeup to boost our morale a little for some of us. I started doing a lot of these things on this video in my early 60’s like getting rid of toxic people, not letting any religious or political organizations control my life, downsizing on material things. It’s still a work in progress for me but the thing is to be happy with ourselves and enjoy life! Thanks for the reminders. Much appreciated.
Hair coloring or loss is very important to some. I sowed my brother happiness after he decided to shave his head 😮
I turned 70 this year but have no desire to stop having my hair highlighted periodically. It has nothing to do with living less “authentically” by having this done. It’s merely a way of presenting myself in a way that makes me feel good knowing I’m making an effort to look my best. I am not trying to disguise who I am. It’s an act of self care, no different than eating healthy and exercising daily.
@@Houdinismom Totally agree.
One has to learn to embrace how you age. Vanity is not your friend. Remember everything is beautiful in its own way. You don’t need to compare yourself to others. You are yourself. You are beautiful. It’s not your problem if someone thinks otherwise. Of course this is not to say that you shouldn’t take care of yourself. If you can get over what others think, you will feel much better about yourself . Peace. Age 73.
I'm almost 73; my wife is 69. Last year we adopted one of our granddaughters who is now 4. It's amazing how doing something like that keeps you younger than you actually are. When our Addie turns 18, I'll be 86. Fortunately, I'm able to still work at a somewhat demanding, good paying job that keeps me mentally involved at a high level. We'll need to "keep up with things" to successfully raise our granddaughter-daughter and keep her safe. It's a challenge that both my wife and I relish. We'll retire in the next life.
Oh my, the advice in this video is pure genius. Look how happy everyone is!
Sooo... nobody here recognizes sarcasm. Alas, all is lost... 🤯
Something to start to ponder at 40. Why wait?
Right. Letting-go of worrying about the approval of others is something that is more likely to start happening around the onset of middle age. Forty or forty five. I'm sixty three. I stopped caring about what the world thinks of me decades ago. It's very liberating. It's one of my favorite aspects of getting older.
except your dependence on others will still be there no matter your age and by 70 you will still need stuff, what you want may change but what you need will still be there
Bravo! I didn’t foresee getting older, which seems to have left me with regrets.
i'm 75 and the last 20 years i've never been in a better place mentally. it all came to a head after a failed relationship with someone i was deeply in love with and got kicked to the curb. once i decided my life didn't have to be defined by my personal relationships, everything changed. i had never felt such empowerment. i stopped the eternal accumulation of things i thought would make me feel better by having. my life is simple, my friends are few and i'm enjoying my senior years and only wish i had figured it out at a much younger age.
74 years old. Video described exactly what I finally realized. And have acceptance that these are my last years and that knowing that is in itself okay. Life is good.
At 74 I'm glad I no longer feel "insignificant" or "irrelevant" as I did even in my 60s. I just haven't got the energy to get so upset or worked-up now. I do get flashbacks though to my much younger self, which was often, frankly, appalling.
I keep trying now to build upon my education and don't just owe it to myself.
The one really bad part of my present life is pensioner poverty, which I must tackle.
This message speaks volumes. Life is too short to spend it on things or people that don't bring us happiness. Prioritizing ourselves is a lesson we all need to learn.
I'm 4 years away from 70 and I'm already feeling it.
Same here 😊
Really?
3 years from 70. I too have lost interest in the opinions of others. Especially appreciate the great things I have every day.
@ might you learn by listening?
#9. Very good advice. I'm 72 and dealing with anxiety. These are uplifting words. It gets lonely at times. Encouraging words like this is helpful. 😊
You must see your health provider for medicine to calm your nerves...plz, take my advice from someone who experience s anxiety ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
instead of dwelling on feelings of loneliness, occupy your mind with new pursuits
that is, instead of sitting there wishing for company, BE your own company
And also, try to find ways to help others. It can lift your spirits
The best takeaway in this video is giving up the need for approval. I’m 71 and discovered this only a couple of years ago. If you truly want to liberate yourself from anxiety, give up the need for approval. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t care about your appearance or how you conduct yourself around others. It means not to take things personally if someone disagrees or doesn’t like you. It means stop people-pleasing and trying to impress. You will only be disappointed. After all, I can’t like everyone, so why should I expect everyone to like me?
“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains
And we never even know we have the key.”
- The Eagles “Already Gone”
I'm 66 but I prepare myself for the seventies. You gave me the keys to realize that a lot of things I have to change. Thank you very much for your help to do it and put my usual time I spend behind .
Biggest thing I see is developing the ability to embrace that although there are some things our health no longer allows us to do is accept that and look for the positives in what we still can do rather than continuing the mourn the loss of what we can no longer do and cannot change that fact.
I just turned 79 yesterday. I have just watched the video and appreciate that it brings in a lot of clarity 2 hour purpose at this stage of life - its a very useful and meaningful video 👍
I give you the highest rating 9, what a wonderful article not only for seniors but also for younger people.
At 70, I can definitely relate to a lot of these points! It's fascinating how life shifts in ways that don’t always make sense, but it’s all part of the journey. Embracing the changes and finding humor in them has been key for me. Great video, and thanks for sharing such relatable insights!
From 16 up life with the unbelievable. Counselors told me if i wrote a book no one would ever believe it. Very thankful for the memories, and yes, if i wrote a book no one would belive it. Cherished memories and people that i will forevermore love and cherish. Never really thought of it as anything but normal. Beautiful people, just as human as any other person.
I’m 77 I’m so happy I heard this thank you
I am 67 and I feel this way now!
At 78 years old you opened my eyes.
I’m 76 and have never sought approval from anyone ,but now I’m getting rid of many items. My health is not great but I’m still a pusher on my self and still have high aspect of others. My friends have always been few in number. I’ve been very successful in life, I have been self employed almost of my life, I’ve been hard on myself, been married to the same woman for almost 58 years good information
Congratulations on your long marriage! A good wife is like heaven on earth.
#9 well explained, I don’t have the words to express how much wisdom I see in this advice. Clearly spelled out the changes I’ve been seeking to make at 72
How about letting viewers listen to what you have to say before asking them to like and or subscribe? 1:35
I think that’s because some people do not stay for the entire presentation and the speaker does not get credit for the views so it’s strictly business. I feel that these messages were worth waiting for.
This is exactly what has been manifesting in my life. 77 now.
I was just thinking that when I saw your comment! Agreed 💯
I turned 70 this year and it had a profound effect on my feelings about my life. Even though I have been going through the transformation outlined in this video for about a decade, I now have more of a sense of urgency about really letting go, especially of some long-term toxic family relationships that have been robbing me of my precious time, energy, money, joy and peace. To those of you who are in your late 50's on, I encourage you to start re-evaluating your priorities now. I have had a number of acquaintances who have been hit with unexpected health problems and never got a chance to experience all the things they had worked all their lives to be able to enjoy.
Maybe we should think this way in our 20’s and 30’s. I think we could be happier and more fulfilled. 🧐🤷♂️
nope, unless you already have a high income for the next 70 years
At 82 I’m still finding it hard to transition to this way of thinking. My New Year resolution is to work towards all 9 goals.
Just pick one or two goals at a time. Maybe an easy one first so you have success ... along with the one goal that is most important to you. Decluttering for instance can be ongoing one item a day or say one box a week. We still have control of our actions. Good luck.
Great advice!
I will take it in and stop worrying about what others say or think about me!
Thank you for this video I am 72 and sold my business 3 years ago this is my new world and I love it. finding peace with god and yourself is so for filling , Love is the answer and you have to love yourself first to understand it
I’m 67 & except for the aches & pains I feel the freest I’ve ever felt…& the old cliche is true: “I wish I knew then what I know now” my life would’ve been so much easier. I made many stupid decisions due to stubbornness & immaturity.
I’m 81 and still working and loving life alone! Great video.
Fly Fish keep Fly Fishing!
I absolutely agree with all 10 points. I’m 71 and practicing #6 & 9.
9. Enjoyed the message. Thank you.
Amen it’s time for my Peace and love to flourish I’m 76 And I need that time for me now thank you everyone for your thoughts that’s my beginning finally I Understand
I'm in my late 60s and have been trying to follow these principles for years. I think of it as simplification, or reducing the clutter in my head that stops me living in the moment. The one that's hardest to tackle is redefining goals, because they give me desire, and desire gives me strength. And yes, my fitness regime matters more than ever.
I awoke this morning asking myself a question that was in the dream that caused me to wake up. It was the question in the dream I was asking a person who was once a friend and someone I no longer respected, the question was: “Are you proud of who you have become?” I realized the question wasn’t for him, it was me asking me. What shook me to my core and what became the introspective thought all day, was, I didn’t have an immediate answer. More than self analysis, life as we age, has become a refocus of who you want to become. Maybe for reasons only we would understand.
I am 74...I wish I could have seen this video in earlier years. My experience validates what is being advised in this video.
76 and have never cared to own a big home, never cared what others thought of me and never felt the need to compete for anything , in anything or for anyone in this life. Competition is for insecure people trying to prove themselves to self and others. Happiness is something found inside of you where God dwells.
9......2/18/55......nothing here i haven't learned already.....I am more at ease in life than I have ever been....thank you for the affirmation of my life. I did read the Four Agreements and Power of Now upon publication, I took it to heart and ended up a Mindfulness and Yoga Instructor
Am a hermit and live alone . People ask ,am I not lonely ?How can one be lonely when I have Jesus as my friend . Ask and you will receive . Knock and the door will be open . Worked for me .
That's what we really need to be important
In our lives
I Never feel alone because of my relationship with God 🙏🏾
I too live alone and I have never been so content in my life
Someone asked me, “Have you found Jesus? “. I answered, “Don’t need to. “. Very puzzled they asked “Why?”. I said, “He is right there”, pointing over my shoulder. 😊
i bought myself a diamond ring, and a wedding band and married myself 🥰
Well mate, I am about to turn 72 and I found your video and so many of the comments to be outstanding!
I figured all of this out in my 30s. The hardest one is saying no which I mastered in my 50s but its still not easy. All of the above is good advice for anyone at any age.
I'm 70, but I did all of this many decades ago.
I found this very helpful. Life for me has had to be reshaped in retirement.
I agree with everything you said. I have already started to de clutter my space and about to retire from work and just enjoy unstructured demands and responsibilities brought on by work . Thank you for this article.
I am not afraid to die, but I am fearful of not living each and every day as it could be my last.
9 - thank you...
This is all so relevant to my life right now. I am one year shy of 70 and purging what I don’t need. This includes relationships and material things. Thank you for this enlightening and confirmation that it’s not only me. ❤
so you don't need food and sleep in the street
ALL Golden Information ! ! !
I live in a building for people 62 and over. I plan to share this with most of them AND many others!
Live creatively in a way that suits you and gives you a desire to get out of bed in the morning. There is no more important time in life to be a great advocate of yourself than retirement years
I just turned 71 years old today an all this is so true this is how I’ve been feeling for so long.and just didn’t know how to express it to others without hurting anyone but now who cares
Excellent and vey informarive . It is a definitely s # 9
To anyone reading this: always remember that you deserve love, joy, and peace.
9 - Good counsel. Thank you.
Thank You for this GR8 Video...I'm 70 an orphan I have nothing Living on SS and still working at $10 an Hour as a security Guard and saving my $ to buy a Van to live in and travel the GR8 USA...
9.... Absolutely
Confirmation of my ideas at this age. Setting new goals are paramount in living life fully fully