Eleanor’s advice for happiness is the latest addition to our video library of elder wisdom. She offers two lessons that are clear and to the point: How to be happy, and how to avoid regrets. Enjoy!
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I’ve encourage our son who is 30 and his wife who is 28 to read the book. I sent them this website, too. I’m 64 now and I so agree with Eleanor–take advantage of every opportunity given to you. And if you need that push to do so then find someone in your life who will encourage you to take the risk and go for it. I needed that and didn’t find someone who would have done that for me. And it is important that if one marries, you both have the same values and goals and really your commitment to one another.
I appreciate hearing your thoughts, Jocelyn! I hadn’t expected how many of the elders we interviewed said things like “seize opportunities,” “say yes to things,” and “have adventures” as their top lessons for living. And one of the main lessons in my book they offer for marriage is to find someone who shares your values.
Karl
Is it about ‘having’ experiences? Or understanding the nature of experience? The latter surely…
Ben,
A very interesting point, and one I will have to ponder. The message I heard from most of the elders we interviewed did have to do with being open to experiences. So many counsel younger people, for example, not to put themselves in a box, to be open to adventure, and to try things even if they are risky. But I imagine you are right – it’s also developing understanding.
Karl