What is one piece of advice that YOU would give to your younger self? 💭

I’m 65. My financial advice is don’t spend money trying to keep up with others. Forget them and be frugal. And my most import advice is about personal relationships. Pay attention to red flags in people and walk away forever if you see red flags. Doesn’t matter if they are a blood family member, a friend, a spouse or life mate. No, I’m not suggesting walking away if someone is imperfect. We’re all human. But we all know what true red flags are. People don’t change. Love yourself enough to walk away from anyone who aren’t treating you as they should.

I have one advice : Please surround yourself with good people. When you realise someone is expoloiting you emotionally, spiritually, financially cut them away does not matter who they are to you. Life is already really difficulty do not let people you surround yourself with become another warzone. If you do not find good people be alone. Involvement with wrong people willl ruin your peace,money,health and youth. Be brave enough to distance yourself and say no ,fight for your happiness and peace.

The single guy says he didn’t have kids but lord knows how many kids he impacted as a teacher with his compassion. Great advice from them all ❤

Don't take more responsibility than you want to take. Keep life simple!

When people show you who they are, believe them. It’s not your job to “fix” them, that’s on them.

It's easy to say "money's not important"...when you have money. Money is VERY important. It gives you power, freedom, options.

Money doesn’t buy happiness but it removes life taking stress and gives you security and the option to create happiness

I'm just like that retired teacher sitting on that bench in the sense that I wholeheartedly believe that you shouldn't take on more responsibilities than you want to. Don't do stuff to keep up with others, or to please your parents, etc., but do what you want to do. Life is too short to live someone else's life.

I’m 71 years old…never married, no kids… no big regrets…best thing I ever did was save and invest 20% of my gross income since I was 24 years old… I have good health and can travel and do anything I want now….

"Never get married" isn't bad advice. I don't regret doing it because my daughter came out of it, but marriage to the wrong person can definitely be hell.

That Pennsylvania Dutch proverb is right: "We grow old too soon and wise too late". These people are living proof of it.

I am 78 years old. My advice is to always be kind to everyone. You never know what a person is going through or has gone through. Above all love Jesus and live for Him.

Don’t depend on others for security/happiness. Be happy and secure in your own company

Don't feel the need to have tons of friends. Appreciate Yourself. It is far easier than getting others to appreciate you! Be comfortable with yourself and your lifestyle (unless you are hurting others). Do not need the approval of others.

Therefore: 1. Follow your dreams 2. Keep Life Simple 3. Respect & Be Kind to yourself

I agree 100% with the guy who said don't make self-destructive decisions. Lots of people do, especially when they are young, and it is disastrous!

The advice about finding the right life partner and taking the time to really get to know each other before having kids is gold. It won’t guarantee that you will never get divorced, but it minimizes the chances.

“Invest into yourself” is the biggest gem I took from this! … you have to look out for you at the end of the day and realize no one is coming to save you or give you anything. You have to be passionate and consistent in whatever it is you’re pursuing. 🙏🏾

I like the way the school teacher thinks. He seems like a very genuine and relaxed person. Keeping up with people is so pretentious and leads to more unhappiness

A the single guy is my hero. Keep things simple, minimize your risks, retire early and live life on your own terms. 🏆

The wise words of the old man sitting next to the reporter saying:"there are no guarantees. to make good money. Even if you do a job that is your passion". That one hits home.

I'm in my 50s. I'd tell my younger self to listen to her instincts if something felt wrong, and get the hell out 😅 I'd also say, never compromise who you truly are to keep a relationship going because you're scared of losing the other person. If you can't be yourself with them, they're not worth it.

I retired at 57, 6+ years ago. A key message I would communicate to others is don't delay retirement if you have the financial wherewithal to do so. Too often I have seen many people delay retirement and then experience health issues which constrain the very things they wanted to do post-retirement. Moreover, the most significant benefit of retirement for me is that I no longer have to deal with people I do not want to. That has proved to be the ultimate blessing.

My wisdom is this: I very, very rarely regret the times I had a choice and I chose kindness.

As someone of 65 I would say Stay on your Own. All your life . Mostly people are No good.Help others a lot , but keep a huge Distance . Get a Dulux Dog .

I'm 76, so I would like to add my own 2 cents. First of all, I would tell my younger self not to be afraid to try and fail. And try again. And fail again. Because you will eventually succeed. I went bankrupt at 57 ! How is that any better than if I'd tried my wild ideas for 35 years???! Eh? It's not! Try. Work hard. Believe in yourself, but don't hesitate to change. Follow your bliss. At least then you'll enjoy the journey.

"i want you to love me but i don't need you to love me." that's so beautiful

Life was the saddest, most painful experience for me,I wished it had never happened. I'm happy for people that found happiness

My dad just WhatsApp me mins ago and gave me some golden nuggets too, I thought I ll share. “Hi sweetie , always remember that grapes need to crushed to make wine , diamonds form under pressure , seeds grow in darkness . So whenever you feel crushed , under pressure or in darkness , you are in a powerful place for transformation and growth . trust the process .. Big hugs . Dad”

These are opinions based on an individuals life experience. The money issue is real for young people...we should not tell them "it's not important ". It is VERY important!! Please talk to people who are in their 70s who don't have enough.

My one piece of advice: It doesn't matter what you do for an income/career, but, since you have only one life that means you have only one shot, so do what you love, what makes you happy; follow your dreams. Never, ever sacrifice your dreams for anyone. That means, if the people around you that are trying to run with you can't keep up, don't slow down for them because all they'll do, either consciously or subconsciously, intentionally or unintentionally, they are going to slow you down and make you run at their pace, which will make you appear to be just like them. And then, all of your extra capability, all of your excellence, all of your faster running speed isn't visible to people anymore, and your extra capabilities won't matter anymore. You won't be excellent or high speed because you just made yourself just as slow as the group. Don't do that. Run on. Run on, so you can find the group that you can run with at your speed. And, in the group that you find that you can run with, you'll discover the right person to share your life with. And, IMHO, don't ever get married. You don't need marriage to live a happy life. But, commonsense practicality dictates that you absolutely need a good [enough] income and a good [enough] lifestyle to be happy, be it alone or with someone, married or unmarried. Loneliness and regret is a luxury when compared to being cold, hungry, and displaced.

Ive been married for 37 years. Oh we've had a lot of rough patches, we were even divorced once. However, im Now 57, him 62 and im so glad we made it to this point. When he leaves for the day I wonder what my life would be like if he didnt come back, he feels the same when im gone We take walks in the woods, we have picnics at the park, go for country rides, and out for ice cream every Monday night after dinner. ❤ We've settled into a quiet life and a deep appreciation of each other

I just turned 70. 1) Don't get married. Rent it (sex) if need be. 2) Don't collect things. 3) Collect experiences. 4) Hold your friends close, but don't grieve too long when they die, and they will.

I agree 100% with the 'don't get married' advice. I was married 32 years, and when I think back on it, I'm always reminded of the song "Cold Rain and Snow" performed by the Grateful Dead, which starts with the lyrics, "Well I married me a wife, she's been trouble all my life..."

I'm 73 and that is what I would say: DONT GET MARRIED!!!!! DO IT ALL FOR YOU, MAKE SURE YOU ARE HAPPY, ONLY DO WHAT YOU WANT, ONLY SPEND WHAT YOU WANT, YOU, YOU YOU!!!

Advice to my younger self - Compound, compound, & compound interest.

Thumbs up for that retired high school teacher, I respect that old gentleman 👍.

Every relationship has an expiration date whether you want or not, and yes, even family. I love my family and friends, but Being independent and strong is #1 goal of my life.🙏

My two cents as a recent 60 year old retiree. Pursue your interests with passion and enjoy the process. While you do that, be your best, be kind, laugh often, and simply be yourself. Don't look to others for validation.

that man who never get married..am seeing myself in him in the future

The school teacher out there laying it down for real. Don't make self-destructive decisions. It's worked out remarkably well for me, too.

I'm favoured, Getting my own Truck has always been my Dream for my business. I just acquired 2 recently, earning $32K weekly has been really helpful. I can now give back to the locals in my community and also support Charity Organizations.

Getting married was my biggest mistake. Edit: For those who claim this is a troll. Both of us were not mature enough to marry. It was not love but infatuation that drew us. If I had to do it again, I would definitely wait till I was sure I was ready.

As an Old Fellow , i would say . Try to Learn, Of Other Peoples Mistakes , where Possible . It can Save you !

The guy is right about finding the right partner. I should have listened to my parents they could see what I couldn't, that we weren't suited, hence we divorced. It caused them a lot of undue suffering, and made my life very difficult. I can never forgive myself for what they were put through towards the end of their days. All because I was pig headed not to listen and thinking I knew better.

The central message of this video is live a life of peace a life you are content with and not a life that someone else wants for you.

The retired teacher is very wise. I wish I had him as my teacher. I am ready to read if he writes a book ❤

Glad we had two happy single and married persons. So you define what makes you happy.

Such great advice. I look back and wish i had more self confidence within me, more with my personal life. I married the wrong person, i cared too much about what other people thought, and lived trying to please other people and not myself.

I would tell my younger self one of the same pieces of advice that one of the interviewed said, and that is to not worry so much about things. I'm 52 and I think back to worrying about situations that never occurred or really weren't that big of a deal

At 67, I look back and say: leave the boys alone, don't believe their lies. See your grandparents much more, follow your dreams, and invest early.

I’M 50 YEARS OLD AND LIVING IN CANADA ALBERT I'M WILLING TO RETIRE AT 55 IF THINGS KEEP GOING THE WAY I PLANNED I BOUGHT MY FIRST HOUSE LAST MONTH AND I COULDN'T BE MORE PROUD THAT I AM NOW I'M GLAD I MADE PRODUCTIVE DECISIONS THAT HAS TO CHANGE MY LIFE FOREVER...

I am 60 and looking back, I wished I hadn't got married, he was emotionally abusive. I should have stayed in my rented flat and kicked him out!

will retired at 35. ahead of time, 37 now and love it

Develop the skills that will allow you to spend more time on what makes you happy. For 20 years, I have spent $5K-10K every year on becoming more valuable to the marketplace. I'm 43, single, never-married, no kids. I play golf everyday for 12 years. Don't get married until you've earned and saved 100K. Stay debt-free. Show up on time and show up everyday. Consistency and stick-to-itiveness is the key to success.

I love that guy's advice, quote, "I want you to like me!" I don't need you to like me!"

“Finding the right partner” hit home with me. That’s a hard one until you get years under your belt with them. I was very young & I thought I found someone who was going to be successful & a good provider which was very important to me since my father was the very opposite. I always worked & never had a problem keeping a job. All went well for about 2 years & found he struggled to keep a job more than a year or two. Time went on & it improved to maybe 5-7 years tops. Thought it was always the companies he chose to work for but over the years found it was him making stupid mistakes. Was in my late 30’s & for the first time in my life I asked myself “what is wrong with him?” But I kept being supportive until he had an affair. I’m 70 now & I vote to never get married. Rely on yourself & have friends. 😊

The South African bloke is absolutely spot on with everything!

Nothing is permanent learn to flow in and out of experiences, as nothing lasts forever....with that knowledge priorities the love of a fluid changeable lifestyle

As a single man in my 30’s; I look at the teacher and married guy giving out all this wisdom. Makes me feel that whichever way I go, I’ll probably still be ok. That goes for everyone in the single boat contemplating which direction to go. If you find yourself wanting a family and partner and can’t find one to want to be with you; it’s not the end of the world. Some of us are destined to be alone, that’s ok.

“Never underestimate your power to change yourself. Never OVERestimate your power to change someone else.” That quote changed my life! Live the life YOU want to live…only YOU live with your own regret.

Follow your own star, not what society tries to dictate to you and don't be a people pleaser. Follow your own calling, your own bliss. Only you can find out who YOU really are...

I love such videos. Why? because smart person learns from own mistakes, but the smartest learn from other people's mistakes.

Family is important, make your family (including extended family) your priority. Be kind, helpful, positive, and sincere to everyone. Save money, two pennies today will be more valuable in 40 years if you save it the right way. Be a conscientious citizen and do good things in your community.

I would say to my younger self: Don’t defer to your husband when he poo poos your ideas. That investment property was practically free and ended up worth a fortune, but oh no, he didn’t think it was the right time or the right area……..Well I was right about the property and we ended up divorced anyway. I could have been financially secure very young but I didn’t want to upset my husband and where is he now? Pissing on some other woman’s dreams 😂. Also I would plant more trees while young. I didn’t start gardening until later on and now I don’t have enough time to appreciate them in their maturity.

To Young People: Don’t give your time to people that don’t give YOU anytime to listen. Don’t always be quick to give advice to young people. Listen to them. Just because you’re old it doesn’t necessarily make you wise. Whatever it is you think about in a daily basis. That’s your PATH follow that one. If you make it, ‘Whatever that means’, always remember you will have Joyful days and not so Joyful, and that’s okay. The People you see although they are no longer Young with a glow and sparkle in their eyes; those are the ones that listened to their little voice and not someone else’s voice.

The guy from South Africa was so wise.

You interviewed vibrant intelligent people. So nice to hear their ideas

Money is important. Be patient with other people.

I relate to the teacher guy so much. He is a true role model❤ What he said about addiction is very true. If you want a peaceful life, don't start any harmful addictions, like drugs, smoking or drinking and so on. There are some relatively harmeless addictions that you can have temporarily to cope with stress, especially in your twenties, when there is a ton of stress that society puts on you

We often care others what they want us to be. Several years I had experienced painful things who my sibling died of accident.He kicked off at his twenties.I was almost mad ,couldn’t sleep overnight for 3years.Eventually I got over this painfulness.I figure out Life is short, keep a peaceful life.Walk away from bad people. Keep you positive attitudes.I hope your guys are ok always.

That one poor guy that played it safe his whole life, no wife, no kids, retired early just to sit on a park bench all day all alone all by himself. He justifies it by saying he played it so safe and took no chances that he never made a mistake. That's a miserable existence in my book. What's one piece of advice I'd give? Figure out what makes you happy and go for it. And that happiness is different for everyone. One mans heaven is another mans nightmare.

Money is very important. Do not let anyone tell you it is not important. Life is hard find a good strong partner to share it with.

What I’ve learned through the death of my Mom and sister is that you need to live for today, follow your dreams, work to live don’t live to work. Buy the pony, eat the occasional dessert, exercise, live well. Remember that your job will post a job opening the moment after you are no longer there, they are not family no natter how many times they say they are family. Always be able to financially take care of your own bills, don’t ever rely on someone else for that, my father’s death (at 12) was an eye opener for that. Don’t say you will travel in retirement, you may not be heathy enough to do that.

Some of us are not 4 year university students. I wish I had just gone to a 1 year Technical School. Don’t have children until after 32/33. Always buy Used vehicles!

Be happy, stay single.

The retired teacher was great.

Don't be stupid worry about yourself and stop trying to please everybody else do what makes you happy❤

Thanks, I really appreciate that you've interviewed elderly people

Hey to the single guy on the bench I love you. 💜

I'm 39 but feel 80... does that count? Tips: 1. Stay single 2. Don't have kids You'll be able to travel or do things you've always wanted to do.. even helping sick children or the mentally disabled. It doesn't always have to be about you.

I'm 37 and my biggest regret is having kids young and getting married. My advice is after high school focus on yourself, while setting goals. Reach those goals whatever they may be and then think about a family. Also, don't get married without a prenuptial agreement.

Beautiful. Insightful. Life changing information from those that have lived it. I always appreciate your videos.

Some Do’s & Don’ts Don’t depend on the opinions of others, or let them compromise your dreams or passion. Don’t be afraid to fail or take chances if it feels right to you. Don’t get lost in your regrets. Don’t quit or give up when the going gets tough. Don’t only be motivated by money. Don’t forget to treat others as you would expect to be treated. Do have Gratitude each day. Do find a balance in your life. Do always try to help others along the way. Do value your relationships. Do have a plan and foster discipline. Do forgive others & yourself. Do be sure to take timeout, to appreciate all the wonders of life around you.

Thank you for what you do!!! So Important!!!♥️

Dont miss any opportunity. Don't hurt people that you love. Don't hurt people that loves you. Stop over thinking. Take actions. Get over things as quickly as possible. Stop watering dead flowers.

I’m 61. I wish I would have gotten help for my childhood trauma earlier. It affected so many areas of my life. I did try to get help but therapy was not enough. I only recently found out about specific modalities of trauma therapy and came to understand to impact of narcissistic abuse. What has been life changing for me was ayahuasca.

Following your passion is only good advice if your passion pays well and not many do. I have an uncle who never liked his job but made a lot of money and retired at 50 years old with obout $15 million. He and his wife are now in their early 70s and have spent the past 22 years traveling all over the world and having the most amazing experiences together. They would have never been able to live such a full life if he didn't make the money first. When you're young in your 20s, it seems fun to travel and stay in hostels and travel on the cheap, but that's not so fun when you're older. Money is very important.

My greatest success was to convince my wife to marry me. There is no way in hell I would have been this successful without her and her support. Finding that special someone is truly a gift worth treasuring. I know I won’t grow old alone, because being alone is extremely boring and lonely. I wake up everyday looking at my true love and thinking how awesome she is and how lucky I am 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

I love how articulate the elderly are

Omg the guy that loves being single, love his attitude so much.

My advice. Just earn atleast for food and sleep as you wish. We are running after death. Don't compare yourself with others. Coz you are still alive.what a great thing in your life. Just roam in the streets. Do some public works without any payment. Help old people coz they would understand you so much.

My 80 year old FIL was happily married 42 years. His wife and he married in their 40s when they were wise enough. His wish was also for his son to marry a good woman. When he met me, my FIL gushed over me esp because he saw how happy his son was before even meeting me. He was wealthy, came from a wealthy family too and worked for his own wealth. He lived a peaceful life too, loved hiking in the mountains with his family. He took on responsibilities he could and married a working woman with the same goals as him. I’ll take all my life advice from them.

I appreciate that you showed diverse perspectives instead of just a typical "follow your passion" message - passion is important and good if you have it, but as mentioned in the video, it's not a guarantee that you will make it big by following it, and some people never find a true passion. There are people who end up doing something they don't particularly love, but it pays the bills and allows them to live comfortably and securely, and there are people who will take risks to chase a dream and either make it big or fail. Both are valid forms of fulfillment. I also like that we were able to hear from someone who stayed single and happy as well as those who are happily married. Thanks for sharing these messages with the world!

Wow, great video from the real OG of life. Great piece of wisdom. More of this please, thanks for the post 🤙

I would like for there to be a video were the interviewer is asking very low income seniors what piece of advice they would give. I have a feeling that the advice they would provide would be different

Excellent advice,from experience. Take it or leave it, it’s up to you.

Video full of wisdom ! Just found out on my feed and I appreciate it

being around people you admire is amazing advice! So good