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Thank you. I have similar experience with friend shadow and with growing shorter and with declining boobies. Have the same burial plan but an reconsidering human composting as easier for those who remain. Your forest is also like mine. Grace abounding. Best to you🙏
Wow! That was wonderful. I am 71 and I can relate to everything she said . She is lovely, strong, smart and resilient. She is who I want To be when I grow up!!
I just turned 80 on February 1. I have been so teary since then and I don't completely understand it. Everything hurts my heart. As you talk about your soul, that may be what is impacted more precisely, but it hurts.
Gloria, you sound so very open to life, feeling everything with your heart. I hear you and just wanted to send you some acknowledgement. Your sensitivity makes me feel how very alive you are. May peace and comfort rise up within you, to keep your wonderful sensitivity company.
@@Elizabeth-de1uv Today I made plans to visit a friend in New England in the next two weeks. Sometimes when l get this lonely, being with somebody who knows me -- inside and out -- is the only thing that will help. I know that we will laugh and remember our lives together as young women and it will cheer me up, her, too. Thanks for your reply.
80 is the new 60, dear lady. 😉 Don’t let that number slow you down or bring you down. Maybe it’s time to try something new. Or revisit something you loved doing when you were 10 years old. Hmm? hugggggg…
I just turned 70 in late December and I was very very upset. It seemed unbelievable to me. And I have done shadow work!! But this number still hit me like an iron frying pan. Then....once I finally FELT through the newness of such an auspicious decade, I took a deep breath and RELAXED. I am proud to say my age and I smile when I do. Thank-you for this wonderful video about a time in our lives, if we are lucky enough to embrace and enjoy. Sending hugs out to all the women who have recently turned 70.❤❤❤
Touching words, we are glad you came to accept the new 'number' and feel comfortable now. Wishing you many more happy years ahead, enjoy this time of your life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
My life review is pretty good up until 3 years ago. Then Parkinson's popped into my life. I'm not going to say it's easy. It's been kind of tough. But I can still walk and ride a bike. I do cry a lot. I'm 67 years old. I get lonely a lot.
We are saddened by your message, that you are struggling with Parkinson's. Wishing you much strength for every single day, enjoy the big and small things in life whenever possible. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLifeI want you to encourage to look at the things you are still able to do, don't forget unreflected things like breathing, smiling, laughing,etc.. and try to focus every day of now and today. I througlived a lot of difficult things in my long life.....the things above are a very cheap and helpful medicine undependend of opening hours of shops. Good look🎉❤🎉 A hug from my heart as an encouraging wave of energy.❤🎉❤
I want to share with you what my daughter tought me when she was 11. She is an intervert and does not have a lot of friends and I thought that made her feel lonely. I told her I want you to have more friends so you won't feel lonely and she answer mom I am never alone I am with my self. And I keep that pearl of wisdom in my heart and it has help me a lot. I send you blessings and a hugs ❤
Oh boy!! My husband passed 6 months ago and my life has changed dramatically. I am 74 and againg. Bags under my eyes, thinning hair, flabby skin because I've dropped 40 lbs. Im not eating much these days because i don't want to. I actually feel better and my clothes fit better. Ive had to reinvent myself. I don't know how i grew so old!!
So sorry to read about the passing of your husband. It's always an adjustment after the loss of a loved one. May her message give you understanding and strength to find a new way of living. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
When I was younger I understood that my mother sacrificed herself so that the people around her wouldn’t be troubled. There’s a deep wound in our culture…we are encouraged to take what we want. My sisters ran towards their own lives chattering about what mom did or did not “get right”. It would have saved us all so much pain if they would have simply loved her 🤷♀️I love the wisdom of this woman…she’s done the hard work…she’d be a great friend❤️👋🇨🇦
So glad you appreciated the message Vicki shared. Thank you also for sharing this experience, these thoughts. Deep, much to think about. We hope you are doing ok. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
You may not have shared the same experience with your mom. It’s happens. I felt the same as you for many yrs but as I got into my 40s now 50s and after alot of reflection and some therapy along the way they have a right to their feelings and express them. It’s not fair for me to negate them for any reason. Life and emotions can be messy. Reality is we don’t know what we don’t know. If we sense our experience/feelings in a relationship are being dismissed or minimized it causes resentment and only inflames how we feel. That’s not saying any of us do this to others incl family consciously or with I’ll intent but it may not feel that way to others. For me slowly over yrs I’ve learned more compassion and forgiveness for others incl my family (not to ignore or make OK any hurt caused.) It’s let me put myself in their shoes even a bit. Peace and health on your path and with your family.
I always say there's a big difference in Who gave their all and made mistakes Maybe even a lot than someone who was just selfishly running around living for themselves. And or sabotaging others by their choices in lifestyle.
I’m 18 and graduating high school in two weeks. Watched this to put in perspective that even though I’ll never be a little kid again I need to make the most of every moment I have left.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Yes, we need to try and live life every day, to make the most of every new day. May you be able to do that. Wishing you all the best, joy and contentment for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Durante toda tu vida futura , nunca dejes de reír y jugar como niño , aunque seas viejo , se feliz con pequeñas cosas y nunca dejes de sorpréndete de la belleza diaria de lo que te rodea , el cielo , las flores , los animalitos , el sol . Te envío un abrazo desde mi país Chile .
You are absolutely correct. Our friends may die off before us and few may know us in an obit. We are forgotten, but maybe not by family for many years.
Thanks for allowing this story to give you a lift, to remind you of the beauty in life. May you continue to carry her words forward with you in your heart 💚
So much respect to this beautiful lady who realized that perhaps she, like so many of us, lived unconsciously in her dealings with others. And when she realized it, made the difficult and humbling approach to make amends. This really touched my heart. Thank you for a beautiful video.
That's terrible advice. We all need to look back and see the mistakes we made and try to redeem them as we can. If you went around hurting people even accidentally, you should acknowledge that because maybe you're still doing the same things. The shadow side is work that needs to be done to be healthy. So we don't continue the problem of hurting others.
Being 81 I few years ago I adopted this: If I can enjoy it, if only for one day, one part of one day, then that is enough. The slings and arrows of life still come but experienced more gently now.
I'm enjoying my 68 years on earth more now than ever. There's a piece of not worrying about the children and being single is so peaceful also. I don't feel alone anymore or like I have to do something right away. I prayed for peace and it came. ❤❤❤
I can't tell you how very much I need to hear this woman!! At the age of 76 I am so in need of these words more than I could ever express.....thank you.
It's an absolute pleasure. Glad her words spoke to you so deeply, may they inspire and help you. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚
A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages: Arabic - by Frihat Oussama Bulgarian - by Polina Stoyanova Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) - by Shun-Ying Lu Dutch - by Karla Greven English - by Justine du Toit French - by Amélie Macoin German - by Tanja Pütz Greek - by Vicky Polychroni Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa Italian - by Grazia Gironella Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska Persian - by Mona Zadsham Polish - by Anna Konieczna Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori Romanian - by Anca Zaharia Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič Spanish - by Paty Aguirre Vietnamese - by Thi Le
Daqui a alguns meses tbm pretendo começar a viajar sozinha com minha cachorra. Estou com 58 anos e sinto que tem necessidades nascendo em mim. Boa sorte para todos e eu amei o vídeo.
@@Fegga1955 My sister don’t let anything frighten you! Know that God is right beside you always! So, travel do what you want to do and never let anyone tell you different.
Thank you Vicki. As a single woman about to turn 62, your message touched me. I am transitioning into another phase of life, contemplating retirement and having the feeling that I want to sell or give away all my possessions and venture out! You struck a cord when you said, "maybe it's the last experience of your life; maybe it's THE experience of this lifetime". These words gave me clarity. Thank you, from one island girl to another, although I am quite a bit north if you.
We are glad Vicki's message was so valuable. May her words help and inspire you to find the right path for your journey into the next phase of life. All the best for the road ahead, may it be 'the experience of your lifetime'. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I am considering the same at the same age. I don't have the money for retirement conventionally but I feel I need to risk something different, travelling and spending time with others and releasing some of my financial fears. Maybe in this life my journey is to trust a little more and give a little more. Good luck to you x
We are in the same boat it seems. I hope we both do launch and have a safe, novelty filled and happy voyage. From one women of an age to another🤗@@claredavis2559
This is really life changing for me, I love these videos. I’m 21 about to be 22 and I’ve been through a lot of change in the last few years that’s been very confusing and overwhelming. I’ve struggled to give myself credit for all that I’ve been through and lived in my head every single day thinking about what’s gone now and denying that pain because I care for it so much and anticipating the future and whether or not my dreams will come to fruition. Then there’s the thoughts of death that could come at any moment, so I’m doing my best to be as real as I can and live my life in the present moment and enjoy it as much as possible for myself while being kind to everyone I meet and sharpening my talents to share with the world/leave behind. I carry so much shame and guilt that I can’t seem to let go of despite knowing I was doing my best at each time with what I knew… constantly striving to be better because it’s a race against the clock in my chest. I’ve been in isolation for a while now too, I’ve had friends to talk to but I just feel so alone and so badly long to experience so many beautiful things and laugh while being my unapologetic self again with people who can do the same, but I worry if that will ever come and I know that it won’t last forever so I’m not sure that I want to even open myself up to more pain. My mind does this protective thing where it keeps me in a fantasy and numb all day long, constantly seeking distractions to avoid reality, but I’ve been trying my best to be fierce with reality like this beautiful woman says. It’s just scary and intense. I don’t really know how to cope with it, a lot of the time I feel empty and like I’m just living the same day on repeat and all for what… If there’s one thing that changes my outlook from here it’s that she said she cheerfully embraces the coming of aging, which is definitely a much needed perspective in my life… I do my best every day to be positive, yes in hopes of a bright beautiful future, but im opening up to more of a moment to moment basis now. Trust has been huge, there’s a bigger aspect of myself that knows better and loves me and I am so thankful for that, it literally washes away all of my problems. I’m not really sure what this comment is it kind of just exploded inside of me so if you read this then I hope it helps you in some way. I feel better now that I expressed it, thank you again for this video and for whoever is reading this. ❤
I felt that too (I'm about to be 25).. I think I'm coming out on the other side now though, able to embrace the change more, accepting me for who I am at the moment, each moment again and again. It's intense but so worth it, I think. It's a journey. Saying it (or writing it) out loud can work wonders and resolve some doubts ...and your words really resonated. Thanks :)
Thank you for your beautifully written your comment. I hope you're keeping a journal so you can look back at your life to congratulate yourself on all you've felt, said and done. Life is logical and clear looking back. We can see how we got to where we are now but life is not clear looking forward. You've got what it takes to be an amazing person.
On peut être terriblement malheureux quand on est jeune et trouver la paix avec soi même et les autres avec le temps, la vie est merveilleuse, lève les yeux vers le ciel ❤
What a breathe of fresh air. I rarely or even maybe never hear anyone, talk about righting their wrongs. To me, righting my wrongs, is an extremely important part of my life. I care if I hurt, harm or wrong someone, so I make sure to make an honest amends when needed. I love how humble she is. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤
Nice that her words and actions touched you deeply, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Glad we were able to share this video with you. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael 💚
I'm a teenager who decided her English project would be 'aging'. I've been scouring the internet for bits I can add into my essay, and I'm so grateful I chanced upon this video. I don't know how much of this wisdom I can translate into my academic essay, but I hope the message of these beautiful words always stays with me.
So interesting what you are sharing. So glad Vicki's words and thoughts were helpful for your project. We wish you all the best. May her message inspire you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
🎉.. thanks a billions. Indeed you need to accept the harsh changing called impermanence which is not easy .. Challenging... We can't run away from it. Impermanence... 1.suffering of birth. 2 Suffering of aging 3. Suffering of death.
Life is like a seed that eventually blossoms into its prescribed form and thus takes on its purpose that will gradually wither and leave a trace of itself. Cherish the moment and life itself. IMO. Thank you for a wonderful interview of a precious lady. Namaste. From a Vietnam Era Marine Corps veteran.
I am 57 and sitting on my couch just like you listening to this and loved the thought of going into the earth and nurturing the garden and the water fall.
We don't need a partner, only good soul friends and family to surround ourselves, occasionally. The love is in your/ our hearts to feel, enjoy, give and nature.
This was amazing! I did a life review about 10 years ago! Scary stuff, but very pleased I did it. Sadly, I couldn’t ask my mum for forgiveness, as she passed 20 years previously, so I pray to her and hope she hears me! This really resonated with me. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤
You are welcome. We are so glad her message touched you so deeply. Wonderful that you took the time to review your life, to be honest with yourself. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Such remarkable honesty and openness as regards life lived, ageing, and the adventure of life still to come with added acceptance of eventual death. Water flowing downhill and her body feeding her garden demonstrates both the impermanence and interdependence of all things.
Beautiful reflections. I’m nearly 62 this year, and it’s not been easy sometimes, like everyone! I truly believe that letting go and acceptance is the way forward. Yes and being mindful or lack of, really does haunt you. Kindness, humility, non judgemental, acceptance, love, responsibility, these are the legacies us coffin dodgers need to leave in the world. Love and peace to anyone reading my comment. 🤍🤍🤍✨
Letting go of the terrestrial and embracing what lies beyond is crucial to understanding the void veil. "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge; hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." --A.B. (DD1) 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨
We are glad her message resonated with you. May her words help you to go forward in peace, doing the best you can. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Vicki, though I haven't met you, you are truly a wise guide on the road. May each step you take be full and rich and may whatever follows next for you be something wonderful.
Have been a fan of this channel for years and am delighted to see a beautiful face and hear a voice of wisdom from very near my own backyard. ❤ Thank you for spreading such beauty ❤
Thank you for your kind words and for being with us on this journey. Glad we could share this video from close to your 'own backyard' with you. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚
Her perspective of life is extraordinary/ making laugh 😆 of your own is one ☝️ of the most beautiful 🤩 things we can do She is wise beautiful 😻 lady- we all go trough this process
Wellll, usually these videos touch my heart strings... This touched my funny bone! Humor is a Blessing. I LOVED this video. I'm 63 and loving ever second of my Beautiful Life. 💜🥰🙏
So great to read that you are enjoying your life! And how wonderful that her story tickled your funny bone, thank you for telling us. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
At the beginning she made me laugh. So grounded and full of heart and humor. Now I sigh. I loved how she described shadow work and her view on coming of ageing. The poem touched my soul. All is so beautifully said in a very unpretentious manner. I felt every word. Thank you!
@MQTAful I have enjoyed reading your short but very profound post. I love the part where you say "reflecting on all the people I have been" - Thank you.
As I age I'm proud to become older. I've always waited for me to grow older ,with that wisdom poured into me without a warning. I love knowing I'm getting older. I live within my self ,but lend my wisdom to others to cherish what I've been taught. Just remember life is as you see it. Thanks
Thank you for sharing this message. Nice to know that you are at peace with getting older, that you love it. Wishing you a happy journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Yes, it always helps to zoom out and put yourself and your fellow humans into the perspective of totality. To me it's the perfect remedy against any kind of harmful nonsense that otherwise could build up in your mind...
Oh!I LOVE her honesty! We all have things we need to make right. Sometimes these things are too painful for us to face head on, so we just go through life hoping that they will all go away. They never do. Instead, they remain inside us ,weighing us down and possibly manifesting into illness. Her approach is so real and intrinsically spiritual. Just beautuful. I truly value your efforts in bringing these life lessons to us! Thank you!
Aging is puberty in reverse. Skin issues, emotional roller coaster, second guessing myself resulting in regrets and fears for the future. Realizing missed opportunities and the injuries to others caused by me and my selfishness. If I could speak to myself in my 20’s I would say, think before doing something or going somewhere. Take time to consider those around you and what my impact might be.
What you shared will resonate with many. Yes forgiveness is essential for peace, healing & life. However I saw so much missing of God's love & being beyond self. The creator has a plan & as your body goes into the ground your soul continues no death there's eternity where you spend it in the love of Christ or in darkness where no light of God whatsoever. Though someone may not be aware of Him or believe our creator has been with us always on this earth. Look up.
Thank you. 70 in January with PPMS for years. Yet this time is showing me even deeper layers to my ego personality that I carried thru my life. I’m feeling deeply, who I have been, shadow and all.
Thank you for watching and sharing a bit about your life and how you feel at this time. Glad her message spoke to you, may her words carry you. Wishing you best of health, strength for every new day. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
It rang really true when you said coming of aging is a challenging transition similar to adolescence. It’s got some great things and some gains, but it’s full of hormones, ups & downs, and losses too. Not to mention some body changes and various insanities.
Funny, I've been thinking about the shadow of late. At 69 yrs old, it must be a natural process. I'll have to spend some time thinking about the harm I've done to others and do more work on the attachments. Nice video. Thanks
What she said is very close to what I've experienced as a chronic Alcoholic 35+ years and now in twelve step recovery. Enjoying four years now of true peace of heart and mind now at 52 😊 so greatful to be "fierce with Reality" ❤ 🎉 thankyou for sharing beautiful lady! ❤ " the darker the hell, the brighter the light" is my experience to share these days ❤
We are so glad that her message resonated so much with you. Wonderful that you were able to turn things around for the better and are enjoying peace of heart and mind nowadays. Wishing you all the best for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Dziękuję za ten film w przededniu mojej nadchodzącej 60 rocznicy urodzin. To czas zmian, akceptacji nowego (starzejącego się) ciała. Czas trudny ale piękny, ubogacający jeśli pozwolę... Moje chore serce uczy mnie zachwytu nad każdym kolejnym dniem darowanym do przeżycia. Tak, to czas refleksji, rozliczania bardziej może podsumowania i wynagradzania by przygotować się na kolejny, dla mnie wyczekiwany moment, rozpoczęcia nowego życia wiecznego. Niech Wam Pan błogosławi 🤍
Wishing you a wonderful birthday and best of health. So nice that her message resonated with you. May her words inspire and help you in the new phase of your life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Loved the introspective dialogue of this grand old lady. And, of course the beautifully made video over all. It has everything! And, yes, I'm in her age group: turn 88 in a couple of months.
You are welcome, we are so happy that you enjoyed this video. Thank you also for your encouraging words about the quality of our work, it means a lot to us. Wishing you many more happy and healthy years. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
*Sono's Death Poem* Don’t just stand there with your hair turning gray, Soon enough the seas will sink your little island So while there is still the illusion of time, Set out for another shore. No sense packing a bag. You won’t be able to lift it into your boat. Give away all your collections. Take only new seeds and an old stick. Send out some prayers on the wind before you sail. Don’t be afraid. Someone knows you’re coming. An extra fish has been salted. --Mona Santacroce
I just turned 50 and I had no problem turning 50 but I seem to have a problem being 50 if that makes sense. I am alone. I do have friends, but my parents have predeceased me and I have no siblings. I find myself entering into this new phase with trepidation, but at the same time, I’m not afraid of death just of the act of dying.
The poetry she read it resonated with me. Although i just turned 27. Sooner in this year i will be taking a leap of faith and listening to my heart. The poetry felt like a bell of reminder that the calling is real. I hope to come back to this comment of mine and see the video again after taking that leap. I am sure it will be one of the best decisions of my life ❤
Wonderful that these words of the poem resonated with you so deeply. Whatever it is that you will be doing, we wish you all the best for the journey ahead. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you I just scattered my father’s ashes after being with him as he died. My mom was moved to memory care and yet, she still feels his loss after 58 years. I’ve been feeling terrified and I appreciate your perspective 💛🙏🏻 would love even more from you!
We're sorry to hear of your loss. We hope that, with time, your heart will heal and find peace. Cherish the memories of precious time spent together. While it isn't possible for us to film more with Vicky (as she lives in the USA, and we have returned to our home in South Africa) - she does publish regular content under her personal blog on her website. You can find the link in the write up below the film. Sending you much love, kindness and care. Justine and Michael. x
When we can look at ageing and dying with an open heart we are already saved and we can enjoy whatever time we have left 🤗 What a beautiful reflection of life, thank you for sharing your story 🙏
Very nice. Another one in my region. Thank you. I, of course, who will turn 70 in Oct., really "get" her. I truly understand that shadow work. It is concluded through so many vantage points thgat "We are not alone." Grandma Ellen, out.
YES, it is a coming of aging... change is inevitable and the ability to live with love and care in this adventure of discovering the importance of creativity and gratitude. Being thoughtfull and present with kindness and care for ourselves and others in a variety of ways that nurture our lives in alignment with love and harmony. Touch the world with compassion and tenderness. Live in a way that makes sense for the best opportunity to be able to have no regrets because of the fact that you are giving heart felt energies to everyone in your life constantly with attention and delight. Life is a journey that has a purpose for learning to live with love ❤ I am very glad that you have experienced this awareness that has caused you to share this video. You talked about a lot of things to consider in our own unique journeys of life unfolding in the mystery. 😊 We all are a work in progress ❤
So happy you enjoyed the story Vicki shares, that it resonated with you. Thank you for sharing your beautiful thoughts and views. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
im 60 a woman and would never want to be young again love my white hair wrinkles scars im starting to mellow out dont like getting sick at my age but we bounce back the only downfall about aging is your aches an pains an sickness thats why i eat healthy exercise i dont want diabetes or have heart problems havent been to the doctor in 10 or maybe more yrs im starting to like me too being comftable in me own skin this vid was good to watch see other ppls opinions on aging love your vids reflections of life God bless u ☺❤👍🙏👵👴💐
Nice that you found her words interesting. And what you are sharing sounds wonderful, so positive and energetic to live the best life possible. Lovely attitude. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
She’s wonderful. My favourite actress - Frances McDormand said something similar…. “ There is no desire to be an adult. Adulthood is not a goal. It's not seen as a gift. Something happened culturally: no one is allowed to age past 45 - satorically, cosmetically, attitudinally. Everybody dresses like a teenager. Everybody dyes their hair. Everybody is concerned with smooth skin. Getting older and adjusting to all the things that biologically happen to you is not easy to do and is a constant struggle and adjustment. You are someone who , beneath the white hair, has a card catalog of valuable information
I have been on youtube since the very beginning. This is the best video I have ever watched here. EVER. I am 54 and I want to be Vicki when I grow up. I just realized this is THE Vicki Robin!! I read her book in 1992 and it changed my life! Thank you Vicki!!
I remember uploading my first video in late 2005 as well! 🙂 Hard to believe I made 600+ of 'em, too. Reflection is most certainly key when it comes to understanding both what is here and also what lies "beyond". "Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge; hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." --A.B. (DD1) 🐲✨🐲✨🐲✨
This is amazing, thank you for sharing. Wonderful that her book meant so much to you so many years ago. Glad we could share this video with you at this time. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I like this woman so much. This short film literally took my breath away. Every word is compassion & wisdom for the human condition. Imagine what the world would be if we all annually took a deep dive life/actions audit. The impact on our children, it breaks my heart. The words , the looks , the judgement of each other …the daily lacerations to the soul we carelessly inflict on others…..imagine if we became aware - apologised and changed. This film will be saved and watched daily until it fully sinks in. 🙏🙏🙏💙💙💙
I love the idea of being less and less attached to myself as a Cloud of Something! And setting out for another shore while I am still in the illusion of time. And being part of the multitude that has passed through. Yes, yes, yes. This is full of treasures springing from your honest heart and voice. A deep bow to the beauty of your aging. Thank you.
I wish I knew to whom I should attribute this, but it was anonymous when I found it many years ago and copied it. It seems worth posting it here: Resolve to be tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak & the wrong. ~~~~ Sometime in life, you will have been all of these.
" You Need to Claim The Events of Your Life"... Wow. What a message for me who decided only this morning to start with 'shadow work'... What a grand Lady and strong message. 💝
P.S. Agree re "Coming of Ageing" it's hard when we now, more than ever life in such a YOUTH OBSESSED culture ... Europeans don't judge ageing, but embrace, celebrate & honor it much more than we do in the USA ~ ❤️🩹
Wow. I can relate on many levels. That journey is heartbreaking and soul building. Such a tight squeeze with openness on the other side. I am grateful to makes apologizes where they were needed and to thread more lightly on the feelings of others. And to be able to do so before I am on my death bed. Beautiful as always!! Thank you for the wisdom.
Oh boy what openness! So brave. (From one who lives in the shadows and carries around much guilt and some shame). I have no-one to blame but myself and nothing I can complain about in the hand life has dealt me. Maybe I could feel a bit of sympathy for myself that depression, especially in the winter, washes all the joy out of life. Still on a sunny day out in Nature the exuberant boy in me is still present, and I want to carry on, despite the fact that the world is going to Hell in a handcart in these 2020s. Thank you for this opportunity to reflect and be grateful.
We are glad that we could share her story with you, that it resonated with you. And that her words invited you to reflect. It's a personal journey for each one of us. Try and keep walking on despite many negatives around you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
So funny. I think God is teaching us how to not be so vane and to learn what’s the most important before we die. Looks don’t really matter. Last minute opportunity so to speak.
Beautiful. Shadow work, trauma healing, deep catharsis, all totally inevitable with maturity, willingness, clarity and self love. The deep, hidden pain has to be addressed, accepted, and let go of. Then a much greater freedom is possible. Real freedom. Thank you.🙏❤
I am truly mesmerized by the individuals that you highlight. The profound wisdom of her words and the perspective in which she shares with us, the viewers, enlightens and offers a new outlook at the aging process...."don't just wait for your hair to turn grey." Each chapter of our life story is to be lived fully! Thank you for this wonderful video!
You are welcome. Glad that her message meant much to you, that her words gave a different perspective on the subject of ageing. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
You start out talking about how growing old is about loss. For me with loss comes grief. Sometimes the grief becomes accumulative. Too much to carry. Weighted down with the sad and depressed stage of grief. It’s oftentimes difficult to move out of this stage, because just as you come to acceptance of one loss another loss happens. Thank-You for being honest about loss and growing old whilst adding a more positive way to think about growing old.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. So glad her message helped you/created some positivity about growing old. Sending much love and strength to you for every day. Justine and Michael. 💚
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We all walk on the bones of those that came before us. Enjoy every second, dream, rest and love. I’m 70yrs old. Thank you and cheers.
Very true words. May you continue to wake each new day, with joy in your heart. Sending you love. Justine and Michael 💚
Wow❤
Your young yet, Enjoy.
I think were all 70 around here. -smile- didn't expect to live this long, still feel the little girl in me.
Unfortunately I must have the bones of those who went before because it really does feel like someone is walking on mine.
Don't let reflecting on the things that go away blind you to the new things that arrive.
I was thinking the same.
Thank you for sharing these words. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Very true....
This is amazing thank you ❤
Thank you. I have similar experience with friend shadow and with growing shorter and with declining boobies. Have the same burial plan but an reconsidering human composting as easier for those who remain. Your forest is also like mine. Grace abounding. Best to you🙏
Wow! That was wonderful. I am 71 and I can relate to everything she said . She is lovely, strong, smart and resilient. She is who I want To be when I grow up!!
So happy you enjoyed this video. Nice that she is an inspiration. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Very wise woman. Beautifuly expressed.
Me too!!
That´s exactly what I was thinking...
I can relate to your comment. I’m 75 and don’t feel grownup yet🙃🤣💕
I just turned 80 on February 1. I have been so teary since then and I don't completely understand it. Everything hurts my heart. As you talk about your soul, that may be what is impacted more precisely, but it hurts.
Gloria, you sound so very open to life, feeling everything with your heart. I hear you and just wanted to send you some acknowledgement. Your sensitivity makes me feel how very alive you are. May peace and comfort rise up within you, to keep your wonderful sensitivity company.
@@Elizabeth-de1uv Today I made plans to visit a friend in New England in the next two weeks. Sometimes when l get this lonely, being with somebody who knows me -- inside and out -- is the only thing that will help. I know that we will laugh and remember our lives together as young women and it will cheer me up, her, too. Thanks for your reply.
@@Elizabeth-de1uvyes someone once said a pure heart cries easily
80 is the new 60, dear lady. 😉 Don’t let that number slow you down or bring you down. Maybe it’s time to try something new. Or revisit something you loved doing when you were 10 years old. Hmm? hugggggg…
Embrace dearest friend, your new age is a wonder with a door wide open for you to step into and cease the moments before you.
I just turned 70 in late December and I was very very upset. It seemed unbelievable to me. And I have done shadow work!! But this number still hit me like an iron frying pan. Then....once I finally FELT through the newness of such an auspicious decade, I took a deep breath and RELAXED. I am proud to say my age and I smile when I do. Thank-you for this wonderful video about a time in our lives, if we are lucky enough to embrace and enjoy. Sending hugs out to all the women who have recently turned 70.❤❤❤
Touching words, we are glad you came to accept the new 'number' and feel comfortable now. Wishing you many more happy years ahead, enjoy this time of your life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
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My life review is pretty good up until 3 years ago. Then Parkinson's popped into my life. I'm not going to say it's easy. It's been kind of tough. But I can still walk and ride a bike. I do cry a lot. I'm 67 years old. I get lonely a lot.
We are saddened by your message, that you are struggling with Parkinson's. Wishing you much strength for every single day, enjoy the big and small things in life whenever possible. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLifeI want you to encourage to look at the things you are still able to do, don't forget unreflected things like breathing, smiling, laughing,etc..
and try to focus every day of now and today.
I througlived a lot of difficult things in my long life.....the things above are a very cheap and helpful medicine undependend of opening hours of shops.
Good look🎉❤🎉
A hug from my heart as an encouraging wave of energy.❤🎉❤
Desde Barcelona te mando un saludo y te deseo lo mejor
I want to share with you what my daughter tought me when she was 11. She is an intervert and does not have a lot of friends and I thought that made her feel lonely. I told her I want you to have more friends so you won't feel lonely and she answer mom I am never alone I am with my self. And I keep that pearl of wisdom in my heart and it has help me a lot. I send you blessings and a hugs ❤
Oh boy!! My husband passed 6 months ago and my life has changed dramatically. I am 74 and againg. Bags under my eyes, thinning hair, flabby skin because I've dropped 40 lbs. Im not eating much these days because i don't want to. I actually feel better and my clothes fit better. Ive had to reinvent myself. I don't know how i grew so old!!
So sorry to read about the passing of your husband. It's always an adjustment after the loss of a loved one. May her message give you understanding and strength to find a new way of living. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
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I’m there with you…it’s going on the 3rd year of the loss of my husband…so hard to focus…🌻❤️
I lost 18 lb and had to give away half of my clothes. You must have had to get all new clothes
Spread your wings and fly when our time comes.It's just a test run to arrive in Heaven. Oh, what a wonderful blessing that will be...
“Go to the most painful place that’s where the truth is” thanks for the words of wisdom.💖
Pleasure. Glad we could share these words with you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Dibalik penderitaan ada pencerahan
Akan selalu ada pembelajaran agar hidup jauh lebih baik dari waktu ke waktu
Stupid.
When I was younger I understood that my mother sacrificed herself so that the people around her wouldn’t be troubled. There’s a deep wound in our culture…we are encouraged to take what we want. My sisters ran towards their own lives chattering about what mom did or did not “get right”. It would have saved us all so much pain if they would have simply loved her 🤷♀️I love the wisdom of this woman…she’s done the hard work…she’d be a great friend❤️👋🇨🇦
So glad you appreciated the message Vicki shared. Thank you also for sharing this experience, these thoughts. Deep, much to think about. We hope you are doing ok. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
You may not have shared the same experience with your mom. It’s happens. I felt the same as you for many yrs but as I got into my 40s now 50s and after alot of reflection and some therapy along the way they have a right to their feelings and express them. It’s not fair for me to negate them for any reason. Life and emotions can be messy. Reality is we don’t know what we don’t know. If we sense our experience/feelings in a relationship are being dismissed or minimized it causes resentment and only inflames how we feel. That’s not saying any of us do this to others incl family consciously or with I’ll intent but it may not feel that way to others. For me slowly over yrs I’ve learned more compassion and forgiveness for others incl my family (not to ignore or make OK any hurt caused.) It’s let me put myself in their shoes even a bit. Peace and health on your path and with your family.
I always say there's a big difference in Who gave their all and made mistakes Maybe even a lot than someone who was just selfishly running around living for themselves. And or sabotaging others by their choices in lifestyle.
Amen
I’m 18 and graduating high school in two weeks. Watched this to put in perspective that even though I’ll never be a little kid again I need to make the most of every moment I have left.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Yes, we need to try and live life every day, to make the most of every new day. May you be able to do that. Wishing you all the best, joy and contentment for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Durante toda tu vida futura , nunca dejes de reír y jugar como niño , aunque seas viejo , se feliz con pequeñas cosas y nunca dejes de sorpréndete de la belleza diaria de lo que te rodea , el cielo , las flores , los animalitos , el sol . Te envío un abrazo desde mi país Chile .
How wonderful! Blessings to you on your just starting journey!
In a generation or 2 we shall be forgotten once we're gone. That's quite sobering.
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You die twice:
The first is when you physically die. The second is when the last person who knew you dies.
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You are absolutely correct. Our friends may die off before us and few may know us in an obit. We are forgotten, but maybe not by family for many years.
And that is liberation.
I am 78 and deal with periodic depressive episodes. This was a great boost to my journey to stay upbeat and enthusiastic come what may!
Thanks for allowing this story to give you a lift, to remind you of the beauty in life. May you continue to carry her words forward with you in your heart 💚
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I’m 74. Simply cannot face eternity without having more assurance. My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.
So much respect to this beautiful lady who realized that perhaps she, like so many of us, lived unconsciously in her dealings with others. And when she realized it, made the difficult and humbling approach to make amends. This really touched my heart. Thank you for a beautiful video.
Beautifully written. So happy her message meant much to you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you. I really appreciate your work because so many people are comforted and inspired.
" Keep your face towards the sun and you will never see the shadows." ~ Helen Keller ❤
Lovely, thank you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you both. 💚💚
That's terrible advice. We all need to look back and see the mistakes we made and try to redeem them as we can. If you went around hurting people even accidentally, you should acknowledge that because maybe you're still doing the same things. The shadow side is work that needs to be done to be healthy. So we don't continue the problem of hurting others.
@@debbiewilder4738 you need a Psychiatrist.
I am going to be turning 55 and my mom, who was my best friend went through to the other side 6 years ago. This woman's words comfort me.
This is touching. So happy that Vicki's message was so helpful. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚
"Someone knows you're coming. An extra fish has been salted." Yes. I love this Vicki. And your bravery and grace at this time of your life.
Glad this spoke to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Being 81 I few years ago I adopted this: If I can enjoy it, if only for one day, one part of one day, then that is enough. The slings and arrows of life still come but experienced more gently now.
Thank you for sharing your experiences. Glad you found a way to navigate life. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Aging with acceptance and grace seems so elusive to so many. This woman is THE example for all of us to follow.
We are glad that we could share her story with you and that you found her words so valuable. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I'm enjoying my 68 years on earth more now than ever. There's a piece of not worrying about the children and being single is so peaceful also. I don't feel alone anymore or like I have to do something right away. I prayed for peace and it came. ❤❤❤
Nice that this video resonated with you. Kindest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
I can't tell you how very much I need to hear this woman!! At the age of 76 I am so in need of these words more than I could ever express.....thank you.
It's an absolute pleasure. Glad her words spoke to you so deeply, may they inspire and help you. Sending much love and kindness to you, Justine and Michael. 💚
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I travel a lot by myself and people are amazed that I do so. I find that traveling along is normal.
Well done for you. Why not if you are enjoying it. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Daqui a alguns meses tbm pretendo começar a viajar sozinha com minha cachorra. Estou com 58 anos e sinto que tem necessidades nascendo em mim. Boa sorte para todos e eu amei o vídeo.
Perfect,wish I had courage,to do,at 70.unknown scares me
@@Fegga1955 My sister don’t let anything frighten you! Know that God is right beside you always! So, travel do what you want to do and never let anyone tell you different.
@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you Justin.
Thank you Vicki. As a single woman about to turn 62, your message touched me. I am transitioning into another phase of life, contemplating retirement and having the feeling that I want to sell or give away all my possessions and venture out! You struck a cord when you said, "maybe it's the last experience of your life; maybe it's THE experience of this lifetime". These words gave me clarity. Thank you, from one island girl to another, although I am quite a bit north if you.
We are glad Vicki's message was so valuable. May her words help and inspire you to find the right path for your journey into the next phase of life. All the best for the road ahead, may it be 'the experience of your lifetime'. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Yes follow your Heart ❤ enjoy 🎉
I am considering the same at the same age. I don't have the money for retirement conventionally but I feel I need to risk something different, travelling and spending time with others and releasing some of my financial fears. Maybe in this life my journey is to trust a little more and give a little more. Good luck to you x
We are in the same boat it seems. I hope we both do launch and have a safe, novelty filled and happy voyage. From one women of an age to another🤗@@claredavis2559
Thank you.@@rahmasamir909
This is really life changing for me, I love these videos. I’m 21 about to be 22 and I’ve been through a lot of change in the last few years that’s been very confusing and overwhelming. I’ve struggled to give myself credit for all that I’ve been through and lived in my head every single day thinking about what’s gone now and denying that pain because I care for it so much and anticipating the future and whether or not my dreams will come to fruition. Then there’s the thoughts of death that could come at any moment, so I’m doing my best to be as real as I can and live my life in the present moment and enjoy it as much as possible for myself while being kind to everyone I meet and sharpening my talents to share with the world/leave behind. I carry so much shame and guilt that I can’t seem to let go of despite knowing I was doing my best at each time with what I knew… constantly striving to be better because it’s a race against the clock in my chest. I’ve been in isolation for a while now too, I’ve had friends to talk to but I just feel so alone and so badly long to experience so many beautiful things and laugh while being my unapologetic self again with people who can do the same, but I worry if that will ever come and I know that it won’t last forever so I’m not sure that I want to even open myself up to more pain. My mind does this protective thing where it keeps me in a fantasy and numb all day long, constantly seeking distractions to avoid reality, but I’ve been trying my best to be fierce with reality like this beautiful woman says. It’s just scary and intense. I don’t really know how to cope with it, a lot of the time I feel empty and like I’m just living the same day on repeat and all for what… If there’s one thing that changes my outlook from here it’s that she said she cheerfully embraces the coming of aging, which is definitely a much needed perspective in my life… I do my best every day to be positive, yes in hopes of a bright beautiful future, but im opening up to more of a moment to moment basis now. Trust has been huge, there’s a bigger aspect of myself that knows better and loves me and I am so thankful for that, it literally washes away all of my problems. I’m not really sure what this comment is it kind of just exploded inside of me so if you read this then I hope it helps you in some way. I feel better now that I expressed it, thank you again for this video and for whoever is reading this. ❤
I felt that too (I'm about to be 25).. I think I'm coming out on the other side now though, able to embrace the change more, accepting me for who I am at the moment, each moment again and again. It's intense but so worth it, I think. It's a journey. Saying it (or writing it) out loud can work wonders and resolve some doubts ...and your words really resonated. Thanks :)
Thank you for your beautifully written your comment. I hope you're keeping a journal so you can look back at your life to congratulate yourself on all you've felt, said and done. Life is logical and clear looking back. We can see how we got to where we are now but life is not clear looking forward. You've got what it takes to be an amazing person.
On peut être terriblement malheureux quand on est jeune et trouver la paix avec soi même et les autres avec le temps, la vie est merveilleuse, lève les yeux vers le ciel ❤
Be kind to yourself, 21 is a gorgeous age. I am 61 and still a gorgeous age. "Beautiful things can come from the Toughest situations."
cheer up love
The message is insightful, but those carrots are incredible! I think the cells of those 'up the hill' are nourishing them.
So happy you enjoyed her message (and seeing those carrots). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
The constant is change. That doesn't mean much till you pass 70 years. Thank you for sharing
You are welcome. Thank you for sharing this thought. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Luckily some have the opportunity to see this before 70 😉🙏🏻
Love is the constant we are all seeking & that is only found within! 💛💫🌟🫶
What a breathe of fresh air. I rarely or even maybe never hear anyone, talk about righting their wrongs. To me, righting my wrongs, is an extremely important part of my life. I care if I hurt, harm or wrong someone, so I make sure to make an honest amends when needed. I love how humble she is. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤
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Nice that her words and actions touched you deeply, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Glad we were able to share this video with you. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael 💚
I'm a teenager who decided her English project would be 'aging'. I've been scouring the internet for bits I can add into my essay, and I'm so grateful I chanced upon this video. I don't know how much of this wisdom I can translate into my academic essay, but I hope the message of these beautiful words always stays with me.
So interesting what you are sharing. So glad Vicki's words and thoughts were helpful for your project. We wish you all the best. May her message inspire you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Teenager? You write like an adult. You opened your account 7 years ago.
@@akrenwinkle Thanks for the compliment! My parents opened my Gmail account quite early because I needed it for school sometimes :)
What a cozy home she has,and I love what she says about ageing!
Thank you for your kind words, glad you enjoyed what Vicki shared. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
🎉.. thanks a billions.
Indeed you need to accept the harsh changing called impermanence which is not easy ..
Challenging...
We can't run away from it.
Impermanence...
1.suffering of birth.
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Suffering of aging
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Suffering of death.
Life is like a seed that eventually blossoms into its prescribed form and thus takes on its purpose that will gradually wither and leave a trace of itself. Cherish the moment and life itself. IMO. Thank you for a wonderful interview of a precious lady. Namaste. From a Vietnam Era Marine Corps veteran.
It was a pleasure to share her story with you. Thank you for sharing these lovely words. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I am 57 and sitting on my couch just like you listening to this and loved the thought of going into the earth and nurturing the garden and the water fall.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. So glad her words resonated with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I am 47 and the idea of old age terrifies me because I don't have a partner, your video was inspiring, thank you for sharing.
Don't be afraid. Since women live longer, most of us are without partners in the end. So, we look out for each other.
You have you. Love who you are. Now. ❤🙏❤
Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be). ❤
Im 77 and dont have a partner....Whats the thing with haveing a partner...IMO..
We don't need a partner, only good soul friends and family to surround ourselves, occasionally. The love is in your/ our hearts to feel, enjoy, give and nature.
The fragment of the poem is full of peace and hope... and I love it!
Glad the words of the poem meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
"beyond the barrier reef of my identities and attachments" Thank you for this.
You are welcome, so happy these words spoke to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
‘go to the dark, that is where the truth lives….’ I believe this, and words are failing me right now…..
We are touched that these words meant so much to you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
This was amazing! I did a life review about 10 years ago! Scary stuff, but very pleased I did it. Sadly, I couldn’t ask my mum for forgiveness, as she passed 20 years previously, so I pray to her and hope she hears me! This really resonated with me. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤
You are welcome. We are so glad her message touched you so deeply. Wonderful that you took the time to review your life, to be honest with yourself. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Your mom hears you!❤
@@lindafrazier8092 I hope so. Thank you so much 💓
Such remarkable honesty and openness as regards life lived, ageing, and the adventure of life still to come with added acceptance of eventual death. Water flowing downhill and her body feeding her garden demonstrates both the impermanence and interdependence of all things.
We are glad her words meant much to you. Kindest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
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Beautiful reflections. I’m nearly 62 this year, and it’s not been easy sometimes, like everyone! I truly believe that letting go and acceptance is the way forward. Yes and being mindful or lack of, really does haunt you. Kindness, humility, non judgemental, acceptance, love, responsibility, these are the legacies us coffin dodgers need to leave in the world. Love and peace to anyone reading my comment. 🤍🤍🤍✨
Letting go of the terrestrial and embracing what lies beyond is crucial to understanding the void veil.
"Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge; hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." --A.B. (DD1)
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We are glad her message resonated with you. May her words help you to go forward in peace, doing the best you can. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife 🙏 thank you, that’s so kind. Love to you both. 🤍✨🇬🇧
@@Novastar.SaberCombat thank you, that’s a wonderful passage. 🤍✨
'God, thanks for all You have given me...thanks , for all You have taken away...thanks, for all that's left'...tks
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god, if there was one, only want's to be worshiped. Doesn't give anything to you.
Vicki, though I haven't met you, you are truly a wise guide on the road. May each step you take be full and rich and may whatever follows next for you be something wonderful.
Beautiful and kind words, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Have been a fan of this channel for years and am delighted to see a beautiful face and hear a voice of wisdom from very near my own backyard. ❤ Thank you for spreading such beauty ❤
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Thank you for your kind words and for being with us on this journey. Glad we could share this video from close to your 'own backyard' with you. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚
Her perspective of life is extraordinary/ making laugh 😆 of your own is one ☝️ of the most beautiful 🤩 things we can do
She is wise beautiful 😻 lady- we all go trough this process
Nice that her message resonated so much with you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife same to you guys
Wellll, usually these videos touch my heart strings... This touched my funny bone! Humor is a Blessing. I LOVED this video. I'm 63 and loving ever second of my Beautiful Life. 💜🥰🙏
So great to read that you are enjoying your life! And how wonderful that her story tickled your funny bone, thank you for telling us. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Age brings a new form of beauty . And it's the best bit. Our lines our aches and crakes our imperfections tell our story . Lucy is speaking the truth.
Thank you for sharing these positive thoughts about ageing. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚 PS Her name is Vicki. 💚
At the beginning she made me laugh. So grounded and full of heart and humor. Now I sigh.
I loved how she described shadow work and her view on coming of ageing. The poem touched my soul. All is so beautifully said in a very unpretentious manner. I felt every word.
Thank you!
So glad her message resonated with you deeply. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I love her. She's as genuine as they come. 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊
So happy you liked listening to her. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
I absorbed every single word of this. Thank you
You are welcome. We are glad that every word was so meaningful. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I'm 75 and I find myself reflecting on all the people I have been, and anticipating the person I am becoming.
And what a precious and wonderful journey of self discovery and self love that can be. Big love to you. Justine and Michael 💚
@MQTAful I have enjoyed reading your short but very profound post. I love the part where you say "reflecting on all the people I have been" - Thank you.
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As I age I'm proud to become older. I've always waited for me to grow older ,with that wisdom poured into me without a warning. I love knowing I'm getting older. I live within my self ,but lend my wisdom to others to cherish what I've been taught. Just remember life is as you see it. Thanks
Thank you for sharing this message. Nice to know that you are at peace with getting older, that you love it. Wishing you a happy journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Shadow work is fundamental for healing ❤🩹 and spreading love💖. Thank you
Thank you for sharing these thoughts, a good reminder. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
You guys always find the mist beautiful souls to interview. Love her insights, as always, thank you!!❤
Our pleasure. It makes us really happy to read your message. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Yes, it always helps to zoom out and put yourself and your fellow humans into the perspective of totality. To me it's the perfect remedy against any kind of harmful nonsense that otherwise could build up in your mind...
Thank you for sharing. Glad her message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
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More beautiful wisdom. Thank you x
So glad we could share her wisdom with you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Oh!I LOVE her honesty! We all have things we need to make right. Sometimes these things are too painful for us to face head on, so we just go through life hoping that they will all go away. They never do. Instead, they remain inside us ,weighing us down and possibly manifesting into illness. Her approach is so real and intrinsically spiritual.
Just beautuful. I truly value your efforts in bringing these life lessons to us! Thank you!
We are glad that her message spoke to you deeply, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚
Aging is puberty in reverse. Skin issues, emotional roller coaster, second guessing myself resulting in regrets and fears for the future.
Realizing missed opportunities and the injuries to others caused by me and my selfishness.
If I could speak to myself in my 20’s I would say, think before doing something or going somewhere. Take time to consider those around you and what my impact might be.
Thank you for sharing these reflections with us. Certainly invite us to sit down and think for a while. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Beautiful....and nobody is sorry about not existing before birth! Freedom imo!
What you shared will resonate with many. Yes forgiveness is essential for peace, healing & life. However I saw so much missing of God's love & being beyond self. The creator has a plan & as your body goes into the ground your soul continues no death there's eternity where you spend it in the love of Christ or in darkness where no light of God whatsoever. Though someone may not be aware of Him or believe our creator has been with us always on this earth. Look up.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and views. Kind wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you. 70 in January with PPMS for years. Yet this time is showing me even deeper layers to my ego personality that I carried thru my life. I’m feeling deeply, who I have been, shadow and all.
Thank you for watching and sharing a bit about your life and how you feel at this time. Glad her message spoke to you, may her words carry you. Wishing you best of health, strength for every new day. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
It rang really true when you said coming of aging is a challenging transition similar to adolescence. It’s got some great things and some gains, but it’s full of hormones, ups & downs, and losses too. Not to mention some body changes and various insanities.
Glad her message resonated with you. Wishing you all the best for this phase in life. Kindest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
I love this series! It’s beautiful and healing to hear these wonderful words of wisdom. 🌷❤
Lovely. We are so happy to share the different stories with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Funny, I've been thinking about the shadow of late. At 69 yrs old, it must be a natural process. I'll have to spend some time thinking about the harm I've done to others and do more work on the attachments. Nice video. Thanks
You are welcome. Glad that this video reached you right at this time. All the best for your reflections on life. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
What she said is very close to what I've experienced as a chronic Alcoholic 35+ years and now in twelve step recovery. Enjoying four years now of true peace of heart and mind now at 52 😊 so greatful to be "fierce with Reality" ❤ 🎉 thankyou for sharing beautiful lady! ❤ " the darker the hell, the brighter the light" is my experience to share these days ❤
We are so glad that her message resonated so much with you. Wonderful that you were able to turn things around for the better and are enjoying peace of heart and mind nowadays. Wishing you all the best for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Dziękuję za ten film w przededniu mojej nadchodzącej 60 rocznicy urodzin. To czas zmian, akceptacji nowego (starzejącego się) ciała. Czas trudny ale piękny, ubogacający jeśli pozwolę... Moje chore serce uczy mnie zachwytu nad każdym kolejnym dniem darowanym do przeżycia. Tak, to czas refleksji, rozliczania bardziej może podsumowania i wynagradzania by przygotować się na kolejny, dla mnie wyczekiwany moment, rozpoczęcia nowego życia wiecznego. Niech Wam Pan błogosławi 🤍
Wishing you a wonderful birthday and best of health. So nice that her message resonated with you. May her words inspire and help you in the new phase of your life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Our soul live on for eternity. Once we leave our bodies we don't need them anymore they are a "house" that we dwell in only while on earth.
Loved the introspective dialogue of this grand old lady. And, of course the beautifully made video over all. It has everything! And, yes, I'm in her age group: turn 88 in a couple of months.
You are welcome, we are so happy that you enjoyed this video. Thank you also for your encouraging words about the quality of our work, it means a lot to us. Wishing you many more happy and healthy years. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
*Sono's Death Poem*
Don’t just stand there with your hair turning gray,
Soon enough the seas will sink your little island
So while there is still the illusion of time,
Set out for another shore.
No sense packing a bag.
You won’t be able to lift it into your boat.
Give away all your collections.
Take only new seeds and an old stick.
Send out some prayers on the wind before you sail.
Don’t be afraid.
Someone knows you’re coming.
An extra fish has been salted.
--Mona Santacroce
Thank you; such a beautiful & life affirming yet stark & honest passage ... ❤️🩹
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Thank you💜
Thank you for sharing these words again. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
so grateful to you for posting the entirety, including Mona Santacroce's name.
I just turned 50 and I had no problem turning 50 but I seem to have a problem being 50 if that makes sense. I am alone. I do have friends, but my parents have predeceased me and I have no siblings.
I find myself entering into this new phase with trepidation, but at the same time, I’m not afraid of death just of the act of dying.
Thank you for sharing. May her words encourage and inspire you. Wishing you all the best for the road ahead. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
The past is a rabbit hole. It is a story you tell yourself. I do not know what reality is. I make happy fantasies in my mind and then I live happy. ❤
Thank you for sharing these thoughts and words of encouragement. Wishing you many more happy days. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
The poetry she read it resonated with me. Although i just turned 27. Sooner in this year i will be taking a leap of faith and listening to my heart. The poetry felt like a bell of reminder that the calling is real. I hope to come back to this comment of mine and see the video again after taking that leap. I am sure it will be one of the best decisions of my life ❤
Wonderful that these words of the poem resonated with you so deeply. Whatever it is that you will be doing, we wish you all the best for the journey ahead. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
your little glimpses in the lifes and thoughts of interesting women and men illuminates my saturday mornings Thanks !
That is so wonderful that our videos are a part of your Saturday mornings. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you I just scattered my father’s ashes after being with him as he died. My mom was moved to memory care and yet, she still feels his loss after 58 years. I’ve been feeling terrified and I appreciate your perspective 💛🙏🏻 would love even more from you!
We're sorry to hear of your loss. We hope that, with time, your heart will heal and find peace. Cherish the memories of precious time spent together. While it isn't possible for us to film more with Vicky (as she lives in the USA, and we have returned to our home in South Africa) - she does publish regular content under her personal blog on her website. You can find the link in the write up below the film. Sending you much love, kindness and care. Justine and Michael. x
When we can look at ageing and dying with an open heart we are already saved and we can enjoy whatever time we have left 🤗 What a beautiful reflection of life, thank you for sharing your story 🙏
Nice thoughts, thank you for sharing. We are glad her message spoke to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
God bless us all as we try to embrace lifes uncertainty much love to all xx
That was beautiful @@annagoretti5253 🙏 Soooo much Love ❤
Very nice. Another one in my region. Thank you. I, of course, who will turn 70 in Oct., really "get" her. I truly understand that shadow work. It is concluded through so many vantage points thgat "We are not alone." Grandma Ellen, out.
Nice that this was another video that spoke to you. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife Hugs returned. 😇
Oh wow, I sure needed this perspective today - thank you!
So glad this video reached you at this time/today. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Love her! Love this❤. So relatable for me❤. Thank you
Glad her message resonated with you so deeply. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Aging is difficult but the alternative is even worse. We are lucky.xx God bless.
Thank you for watching and sharing this thought. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Dying young and one won’t experience aging.
YES, it is a coming of aging... change is inevitable and the ability to live with love and care in this adventure of discovering the importance of creativity and gratitude.
Being thoughtfull and present with kindness and care for ourselves and others in a variety of ways that nurture our lives in alignment with love and harmony.
Touch the world with compassion and tenderness.
Live in a way that makes sense for the best opportunity to be able to have no regrets because of the fact that you are giving heart felt energies to everyone in your life constantly with attention and delight.
Life is a journey that has a purpose for learning to live with love ❤
I am very glad that you have experienced this awareness that has caused you to share this video. You talked about a lot of things to consider in our own unique journeys of life unfolding in the mystery. 😊
We all are a work in progress ❤
So happy you enjoyed the story Vicki shares, that it resonated with you. Thank you for sharing your beautiful thoughts and views. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
She touched very deep spiritual dimension beyond religions
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Im 27 and this has made me really appreciate my youth more, i hope grow old as gracefully as this wonderful lady
Beautiful. Nice that you enjoyed the message she shared, may her words help and inspire you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
im 60 a woman and would never want to be young again love my white hair wrinkles scars im starting to mellow out dont like getting sick at my age but we bounce back the only downfall about aging is your aches an pains an sickness thats why i eat healthy exercise i dont want diabetes or have heart problems havent been to the doctor in 10 or maybe more yrs im starting to like me too being comftable in me own skin this vid was good to watch see other ppls opinions on aging love your vids reflections of life God bless u ☺❤👍🙏👵👴💐
Nice that you found her words interesting. And what you are sharing sounds wonderful, so positive and energetic to live the best life possible. Lovely attitude. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Love this channel under any mood , either if I feel down as today or calm and happy as yesterday. Its all I can say by now. TY so much❤
You are most welcome. It makes us so happy that you enjoy these videos so much. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
She’s wonderful. My favourite actress - Frances McDormand said something similar….
“ There is no desire to be an adult. Adulthood is not a goal. It's not seen as a gift.
Something happened culturally: no one is allowed to age past 45 - satorically, cosmetically, attitudinally.
Everybody dresses like a teenager. Everybody dyes their hair. Everybody is concerned with smooth skin.
Getting older and adjusting to all the things that biologically happen to you is not easy to do and is a constant struggle and adjustment.
You are someone who , beneath the white hair, has a card catalog of valuable information
So happy you liked her message. And thank you for sharing this quote. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
I have been on youtube since the very beginning. This is the best video I have ever watched here. EVER. I am 54 and I want to be Vicki when I grow up. I just realized this is THE Vicki Robin!! I read her book in 1992 and it changed my life! Thank you Vicki!!
I remember uploading my first video in late 2005 as well! 🙂 Hard to believe I made 600+ of 'em, too. Reflection is most certainly key when it comes to understanding both what is here and also what lies "beyond".
"Before I start, I must see my end. Destination known, my mind's journey now begins. Upon my chariot, heart and soul's fate revealed. In time, all points converge; hope's strength resteeled. But to earn final peace at the universe's endless refrain, we must see all in nothingness... before we start again." --A.B. (DD1)
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This is amazing, thank you for sharing. Wonderful that her book meant so much to you so many years ago. Glad we could share this video with you at this time. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I like this woman so much. This short film literally took my breath away. Every word is compassion & wisdom for the human condition.
Imagine what the world would be if we all annually took a deep dive life/actions audit. The impact on our children, it breaks my heart.
The words , the looks , the judgement of each other …the daily lacerations to the soul we carelessly inflict on others…..imagine if we became aware - apologised and changed.
This film will be saved and watched daily until it fully sinks in.
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Wow! Deep words.💚
I love the idea of being less and less attached to myself as a Cloud of Something! And setting out for another shore while I am still in the illusion of time. And being part of the multitude that has passed through. Yes, yes, yes. This is full of treasures springing from your honest heart and voice. A deep bow to the beauty of your aging. Thank you.
What a beautiful message of appreciation. THANK YOU for sharing this here with us. We send you much love. Justine and Michael 💚
I wish I knew to whom I should attribute this, but it was anonymous when I found it many years ago and copied it. It seems worth posting it here:
Resolve to be tender with the young,
compassionate with the aged,
sympathetic with the striving,
and tolerant of the weak & the wrong.
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Sometime in life, you will have been all of these.
Wow, thank you for sharing this beautiful quote. It is so powerful. They invite us to sit down and ponder. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
" You Need to Claim The Events of Your Life"... Wow. What a message for me who decided only this morning to start with 'shadow work'... What a grand Lady and strong message. 💝
Wonderful that her message reached you at this time. May her words inspire and encourage you along the way. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
"Do not go gentle into that good night…."
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Absolutely what I have been searching for at age 66. Thank you!
That's so wonderful. So glad her words meant much to you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
P.S. Agree re "Coming of Ageing" it's hard when we now, more than ever life in such a YOUTH OBSESSED culture ... Europeans don't judge ageing, but embrace, celebrate & honor it much more than we do in the USA ~ ❤️🩹
Thank you for sharing this thought, interesting point. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Wow. I can relate on many levels. That journey is heartbreaking and soul building. Such a tight squeeze with openness on the other side. I am grateful to makes apologizes where they were needed and to thread more lightly on the feelings of others. And to be able to do so before I am on my death bed. Beautiful as always!! Thank you for the wisdom.
Thank you for sharing these additional thoughts and encouraging words. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Oh boy what openness! So brave. (From one who lives in the shadows and carries around much guilt and some shame). I have no-one to blame but myself and nothing I can complain about in the hand life has dealt me. Maybe I could feel a bit of sympathy for myself that depression, especially in the winter, washes all the joy out of life. Still on a sunny day out in Nature the exuberant boy in me is still present, and I want to carry on, despite the fact that the world is going to Hell in a handcart in these 2020s. Thank you for this opportunity to reflect and be grateful.
We are glad that we could share her story with you, that it resonated with you. And that her words invited you to reflect. It's a personal journey for each one of us. Try and keep walking on despite many negatives around you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
So funny. I think God is teaching us how to not be so vane and to learn what’s the most important before we die. Looks don’t really matter. Last minute opportunity so to speak.
Glad you appreciated her message. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Beautiful.
Shadow work, trauma healing, deep catharsis, all totally inevitable with maturity, willingness, clarity and self love. The deep, hidden pain has to be addressed, accepted, and let go of. Then a much greater freedom is possible. Real freedom. Thank you.🙏❤
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, we are glad that her message spoke to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I am truly mesmerized by the individuals that you highlight. The profound wisdom of her words and the perspective in which she shares with us, the viewers, enlightens and offers a new outlook at the aging process...."don't just wait for your hair to turn grey." Each chapter of our life story is to be lived fully! Thank you for this wonderful video!
You are welcome. Glad that her message meant much to you, that her words gave a different perspective on the subject of ageing. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you for this beautiful spark of heaven on Earth🙏
You are welcome. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Live fully each day, even when it is difficult 🌱 thank you for sharing your thoughts!🕊️
We are glad that her words spoke to you and inspired you to appreciate life every day. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I know that every time I watch one of yours, I am going to be I inspired , comforted, and challenged. Thank you for this. She is a special soul .
Your words touch us. We are so happy this video was also valuable. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
You start out talking about how growing old is about loss. For me with loss comes grief. Sometimes the grief becomes accumulative. Too much to carry. Weighted down with the sad and depressed stage of grief. It’s oftentimes difficult to move out of this stage, because just as you come to acceptance of one loss another loss happens. Thank-You for being honest about loss and growing old whilst adding a more positive way to think about growing old.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. So glad her message helped you/created some positivity about growing old. Sending much love and strength to you for every day. Justine and Michael. 💚