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14 Senior Citizens Shared Their Best Advice On Life And Love, And My Heart Can't Handle How Precious

You can really learn a lot from your elders if you take the time to listen.

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I Asked 14 Senior Citizens To Share Their Best Advice On Life And Love, And My Heart Can't Handle How Precious

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These are just a few of my favorite responses! Please read and enjoy. This is probably some of the best advice you will read!

1. "Never go to sleep with your spouse and be mad. Also kiss each other and say 'I love you'! You never know if you will wake up to a new day." - Male, 70s

2. "Your words to others should always be what you yourself would want to hear. Lift others up. Be kind always, as you never know the hardships another human being has endured. Be truly grateful for the smallest gits and blessings you witness. Be generous to others with thought, words, and deeds. And always remember you are beautiful, kind, strong, and can change the world with the love you give. Be like a ripple on the water. Change the world." - Female, 69

3. "Don't settle. After 25 years in an unhappy marriage, this is my biggest soapbox topic. Not worth it. Also, just go for it. Don't be afraid to try new things and challenge yourself. Each time you do, you'll have a sense of accomplishment that helps build your self-esteem." - Female, 50s

4. "Look at life in a positive way. Avoid people who try to bring you down with gossip and negative energy. Smile often and don't forget to say 'I love you'! Help those who look like they may need to hear a friendly voice. Say hello to anyone in a wheelchair. Enjoy a pet! Don't spend so much time on the computer or playing video games. Get a hobby, take a hike, exercise." - Female, 70

5. "Start a savings early. Even if it is just a small amount each paycheck. Also, travel as much as you can before you settle down and marry. There is a big world out there. Traveling gives you a valuable perspective on people and life." - Female, 56

6. "Behind you are the footprints of life already laid. In front of you is a new path. Venture forth with kindness, love, and strength." - Female, 68

7. "Always do what you know is right, even when it doesn't benefit you or when no one is watching. Personal integrity is priceless." - Male, 61

8. "Do not be hesitant to work hard for what you want in life; the reward and the goal you have set for yourself will be that much sweeter!" - Female, 60s

9. "Pray often, never ever give up, and don't listen to the naysayers. And above all, never ever doubt who you are, what you are capable of becoming." - Male

10. "Proper boundaries in relationships will produce the healthiest, most happy relationships that will last." - Female

11. "You control your own happiness." - Female, 70s

12. "Start saving/investing early." - Male

13. "Fall in love and get married." - Male, 60

14. "Life is short, don't settle!" - Female

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You can really learn a lot from your elders if you take the time to listen.

1. "Never go to sleep with your spouse and be mad. Also kiss each other and say 'I love you'! You never know if you will wake up to a new day." - Male, 70s

3. "Don't settle. After 25 years in an unhappy marriage, this is my biggest soapbox topic. Not worth it. Also, just go for it. Don't be afraid to try new things and challenge yourself. Each time you do, you'll have a sense of accomplishment that helps build your self-esteem." - Female, 50s

5. "Start a savings early. Even if it is just a small amount each paycheck. Also, travel as much as you can before you settle down and marry. There is a big world out there. Traveling gives you a valuable perspective on people and life." - Female, 56

6. "Behind you are the footprints of life already laid. In front of you is a new path. Venture forth with kindness, love, and strength." - Female, 68

7. "Always do what you know is right, even when it doesn't benefit you or when no one is watching. Personal integrity is priceless." - Male, 61

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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