Thank you so much for this video. I can relate to much of what it contains. At 80 yrs old most of my family and friends have passed on and I find I am relatively contented with a lot of alone time (meaning not making new acquaintances where we have nothing in common). I want to pick up painting or art work again and need to take up some form of exercise. I thought perhaps there is something wrong with me but from your video I realize there are many individuals like myself. Thank you.
1. Understanding the shift in priorities. 2. The freedom of self reliance. 3. Quality over Quantity. 4. Cherishing Solitude and Reflection. 5. The Importance of Family and Community. 6. Letting go of Societal Expectations. 7. Practical Considerations. 8. A Legacy of Wisdom. 9. Redefining Connec tio. Loved this please listen until the end 🙏💞
i don't agree with 5. Family can be toxic. They can guilt trip and emotionally manipulate you. Family are just people. There's nothing written anywhere that says you have to get on with family. Be your own best friend because you live with yourself 24/7 and nobody stays in your life forever.
Amen...the people that have hurt me the most in life have been blood relatives. I have cut ties...I miss them but I know missing them is just part of the grieving process but also putting an end to the toxicity was necessary for my well being.
I agree 100% I’ve disengaged 100% from my dysfunctional family.. I’m solo 🙋♀️ Yes it’s sometimes hard especially during the holidays 🎄… But toxic family makes life worse / stessful & steals peace! Peace is priceless 🧘 💕
To be able to enjoy our time alone in the winter of our life we do need to like ourselves. In order to like oneself, we need to know our true self with all its negative and positive traits. We can smile with affection knowing we had been a good and honest human being. We can forgive ourselves for the times we failed. Being our own best friend we can be alone but never lonely. 🍁
Living joyfully alone on your own terms is the best way to live in your older years. Time of liberation. Pleasing no one, just yourself, looking after yourself n health because you have earned it over the years by being controlled by everyone else. If you get along with your children, grand children n in laws you can include them for enjoyment and outings if they want to. Also if you want to include a couple of friends in your circle and they want to include themselves with friendship n outings, that’s fine. That’s living your best life in old age. Stay away from crowds and annoying people who waste your precious time
I was force by my husband to attend their family reunions, we are now living peacefully, his relatives are toxic and we chose to distance from them because of their toxic behavior but its been a decade since theyve seen each other and now theyre planning a family reunion but we have many issues in the past, i told my husband i will allow you but it would not be controlling and acvording to their terms. Not anymore, we should set our boundaries.
Wisdom is the greatest legacy the old leave to the young!. Let's be proud that we are wise old people!. Always be healthy and peaceful, my friends, God bless you!
@@ThinkWisely139 “Always be ….. peaceful “ Thanks for reminder that it’s a choice. Reminds me of a statement: as far as it depends on you, be peaceful to all.
I've lived almost every aspect of my Life by going out and searching so many healthy and enjoyable things to do on daily and weekly times with so many friends so we then smile and discuss how awesome Life feels. Missing all old friends is sad..although, going out and still enjoying Life is healthy.
My number 1 Friend in Life was Popey The Sailor... I've been doing push-ups and other exercises 365 days per year for the past 60 years plus eating very healthy food. I have a lot of gratitude thinking about Popey The Sailor doing push-ups everyday.
So true, you'll find happiness as you grow old in your own company. It's enjoyable and peaceful less pressure and you'll learn more of yourself, do things what makes you happy. It's more about you! I'm loving it! ❤️
I have spent a lot of energy trying to protect my solitude. I hate small talk. Memes are just interruptions to my audiobook, Netflix or time spent paintIng. They do not add depth to a friendship.
Mirza Ghalib a famous poet of 18century of India said Man means an ocean of thoughts,even if he is alone he remains in the company of many,,,,,,,,so many diverse thought cross his mind So I totally agree with the video
You can never recreate the family you were born into. If that was a good experience you miss it, but it's gone. Parents die, brothers and sisters often live far in our society and your kids have their own lives. Getting older is challenging, but what's the alternative? Living alone or with a significant other are really the two choices. If you have a lifelong friend or two, good. Write them an email, maybe pick up the phone. Otherwise enjoy your pets and get on with stuff that you enjoy, or that at least occupies your mind. I like cooking, taking walks, my piano, and watching our democracy sputter...
This video is contradictory. It says at some times that friendships are not important, but at other times speaks of the imporance of staying connected.
. . . some interesting thoughts, though out of the dozens of cgi-ish "photographs," what we ONLY see, w/o exception, are well-maintained, silver-haired gents with either a book or a steaming cup of coffee sitting by a beautiful picture window. Women live longer than men. Where are they? I think they drink coffee too, and read.
True friendships are rare treasures, but learning to live joyfully alone is an invaluable skill.
exactly
Thank you so much for this video. I can relate to much of what it contains. At 80 yrs old most of my family and friends have passed on and I find I am relatively contented with a lot of alone time (meaning not making new acquaintances where we have nothing in common). I want to pick up painting or art work again and need to take up some form of exercise. I thought perhaps there is something wrong with me but from your video I realize there are many individuals like myself. Thank you.
My favorite take-away? “Old age is not time of loss, but a time of liberation”! Thanks 🙏 ❤
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1. Understanding the shift in priorities.
2. The freedom of self reliance.
3. Quality over Quantity.
4. Cherishing Solitude and Reflection.
5. The Importance of Family and Community.
6. Letting go of Societal Expectations.
7. Practical Considerations.
8. A Legacy of Wisdom.
9. Redefining Connec tio.
Loved this please listen until the end 🙏💞
Solitude is awesome.
i don't agree with 5. Family can be toxic. They can guilt trip and emotionally manipulate you. Family are just people. There's nothing written anywhere that says you have to get on with family. Be your own best friend because you live with yourself 24/7 and nobody stays in your life forever.
@@ronneighbour1378 hear hear! I used to think “just because someone is in your gene pool doesn’t mean you will get along….”
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Amen...the people that have hurt me the most in life have been blood relatives. I have cut ties...I miss them but I know missing them is just part of the grieving process but also putting an end to the toxicity was necessary for my well being.
right
I agree 100%
I’ve disengaged 100% from my dysfunctional family..
I’m solo 🙋♀️
Yes it’s sometimes hard especially during the holidays 🎄…
But toxic family makes life worse / stessful & steals peace!
Peace is priceless 🧘 💕
To be able to enjoy our time alone in the winter of our life we do need to like ourselves. In order to like oneself, we need to know our true self with all its negative and positive traits. We can smile with affection knowing we had been a good and honest human being. We can forgive ourselves for the times we failed. Being our own best friend we can be alone but never lonely. 🍁
@@mimosa9638being our own best friend reminds me of book WHAT TO SAY WHEN YOU TALK TO YOURSELF 💕 Thank you!
I enjoy the conversations i have with myself. I'm one of the smartest people i know and trust my insight.......
I love 💕 it 👏
Living joyfully alone on your own terms is the best way to live in your older years. Time of liberation. Pleasing no one, just yourself, looking after yourself n health because you have earned it over the years by being controlled by everyone else. If you get along with your children, grand children n in laws you can include them for enjoyment and outings if they want to. Also if you want to include a couple of friends in your circle and they want to include themselves with friendship n outings, that’s fine. That’s living your best life in old age. Stay away from crowds and annoying people who waste your precious time
I was force by my husband to attend their family reunions, we are now living peacefully, his relatives are toxic and we chose to distance from them because of their toxic behavior but its been a decade since theyve seen each other and now theyre planning a family reunion but we have many issues in the past, i told my husband i will allow you but it would not be controlling and acvording to their terms. Not anymore, we should set our boundaries.
Friends come and go. No love lost. I find peace being alone. Im 68.
I found this very validating. For the issues currently arising. Thank you.
Wisdom is the greatest legacy the old leave to the young!. Let's be proud that we are wise old people!. Always be healthy and peaceful, my friends, God bless you!
@@ThinkWisely139 “Always be ….. peaceful “ Thanks for reminder that it’s a choice. Reminds me of a statement: as far as it depends on you, be peaceful to all.
I've lived almost every aspect of my Life by going out and searching so many healthy and enjoyable things to do on daily and weekly times with so many friends so we then smile and discuss how awesome Life feels. Missing all old friends is sad..although, going out and still enjoying Life is healthy.
Plants,trees,animals in your garden including butterflies enough 😊
I’m 67 years old, at the moment all I know is aches and pains which is difficult to deal with.😅
My number 1 Friend in Life was Popey The Sailor... I've been doing push-ups and other exercises 365 days per year for the past 60 years plus eating very healthy food.
I have a lot of gratitude thinking about Popey The Sailor doing push-ups everyday.
Great insights 👌👍👍
Spot-on.
Thank you
I agree, learn how to love , forgive and boundaries,have peace within your selves in order to be able to share with others.
Grown children and grandchildren are wonderful friends! So necessary in life.
Good video. Thank you.❤
So true, you'll find happiness as you grow old in your own company. It's enjoyable and peaceful less pressure and you'll learn more of yourself, do things what makes you happy. It's more about you! I'm loving it! ❤️
It’s all so true. Get it, grapp it, and Love your Age. I love my life.
True I agree
I have spent a lot of energy trying to protect my solitude. I hate small talk. Memes are just interruptions to my audiobook, Netflix or time spent paintIng. They do not add depth to a friendship.
A lovely episode, full of wisdom that resonates ☕️
I'm just a loner...
Mirza Ghalib a famous poet of 18century of India said
Man means an ocean of thoughts,even if he is alone he remains in the company of many,,,,,,,,so many diverse thought cross his mind
So I totally agree with the video
Living alone doesn't mean lonely - it means peaceful vibes only! ✌
I'll cross that bridge when I'm old. I am not a hermit type of a person. I like people.
Not everyone has been blessed with a spouse or children or even a loving family!
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Can relate 100%
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You can never recreate the family you were born into. If that was a good experience you miss it, but it's gone. Parents die, brothers and sisters often live far in our society and your kids have their own lives. Getting older is challenging, but what's the alternative? Living alone or with a significant other are really the two choices. If you have a lifelong friend or two, good. Write them an email, maybe pick up the phone. Otherwise enjoy your pets and get on with stuff that you enjoy, or that at least occupies your mind. I like cooking, taking walks, my piano, and watching our democracy sputter...
My rescued boy is my only friend
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This assumption that everyone has a big social circle and close family is not true for everyone.
These people don't look old
because they are relaxed, free from stresses & draining people ... reverse ageing then kicks in
That's correct ❤
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This video is contradictory. It says at some times that friendships are not important, but at other times speaks of the imporance of staying connected.
This is me.
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If only you have a good bank balance.
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Yes but AG1 is synthetic
How old do you mean by your definition?
. . . some interesting thoughts, though out of the dozens of cgi-ish "photographs," what we ONLY see, w/o exception, are well-maintained, silver-haired gents with either a book or a steaming cup of coffee sitting by a beautiful picture window. Women live longer than men. Where are they? I think they drink coffee too, and read.
🎉 Sore heart's bore thoughts -S- anyway - find it's core Ores & Store them as the Age Scores - 🌎💜🏠🙏🏻🎉
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I don’t agree with #5. Sorry
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Freinds die off with a depressing regularity the older you get anyway
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