Life lessons from an 80 year old man

[YadaYadaYada]

Love things like this, we can learn so much from those with more life experience than ourselves.

Do you have a favorite lesson? Have a life lesson you would add to the list? I am quite fond of #26.

https://medium.com/bigger-picture/lifelessons-advice-from-an-80-year-old-man-799510fb0f91

 

[Matata]

#13 is my favorite and I put it into practice every day.

 

[siamese3]

1. Have a firm handshake.
2. Look people in the eye.
3. Sing in the shower.
4. Own a great stereo system.
5. If in a fight, hit first and hit hard.
6. Keep secrets.
7. Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen everyday.
8. Always accept an outstretched hand.
9. Be brave. Even if you’re not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.
10. Whistle.
11. Avoid sarcastic remarks.
12. Choose your life’s mate carefully. From this one decision will come 90% of all your happiness and misery.
13. Make it a habit to do nice things for people who will never find out.
14. Lend only those books you never care to see again.
15. Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all they have.
16. When playing games with children, let them win.
17. Give people a second chance, but not a third.
18. Be romantic.
19. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
20. Loosen up. Relax. Except for rare life-and-death matters, nothing is as important as it first seems.
21. Don’t allow the phone to interrupt important moments. It’s there for our convenience, not the caller’s.
22. Be a good loser.
23. Be a good winner.
24. Think twice before burdening a friend with a secret.
25. When someone hugs you, let them be the first to let go.
26. Be modest. A lot was accomplished before you were born.
27. Keep it simple.
28. Beware of the person who has nothing to lose.
29. Don’t burn bridges. You’ll be surprised how many times you have to cross the same river.
30. Live your life so that your epitaph could read: No regrets.
31. Be bold and courageous. When you look back on life, you’ll regret the things you didn’t do more than the ones you did.
32. Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
33. Remember no one makes it alone. Have a grateful heart and be quick to acknowledge those who helped you.
34. Take charge of your attitude. Don’t let someone else choose it for you.
35. Visit friends and relatives when they are in the hospital; you only need to stay a few minutes.
36. Begin each day with some of your favourite music.
37. Once in a while, take the scenic route.
38. Send a lot of Valentine cards. Sign them, ‘Someone who thinks you’re terrific.’
39. Answer the phone with enthusiasm and energy in your voice.
40. Keep a notepad and pencil on your bedside table. Million-dollar ideas sometimes strike at 3 a.m.
41. Show respect for everyone who works for a living, regardless of how trivial their job.
42. Send your loved ones flowers. Think of a reason later.
43. Make someone’s day by paying the toll for the person in the car behind you.
44. Become someone’s hero.
45. Marry only for love.
46. Count your blessings.
47. Compliment the meal when you’re a guest in someone’s home.
48. Wave at the children on a school bus.
49. Remember that 80% of the success in any job is based on your ability to deal with people.
50. Don’t expect life to be fair.

 

[siamese3]

I love 12 & 15 but there are many I agree. Great list.

 

[Austina]

I like 45 - marry only for love!

 

[YadaYadaYada]

Siamese, thank you for copying and posting, didn't think of that, makes it a lot easier

 

[monarch64]

20, 34, and 50. Nailed it!

 

[siamese3]

Siamese, thank you for copying and posting, didn't think of that, makes it a lot easier

Glad to do it! Every once in a while, I can think straight!

 

[redwood66]

I love them all! Thank you for posting.

 

[Calliecake]

Great thread Stephanie. As I read this I had to smile. My grandmother said number 12 often when I was in my early 20's. My dad constantly said number 50.

One I would add to the list is to always be kind. You have no idea what someone is going thru in their life. KInd words can make a difference in the life of someone who is dealing with something hard

 

[Tacori E-ring]

I love this list. Thanks so much for sharing it.

 

[Missy]

Great list thanks for sharing this Stephanie. It's hard to choose just one but if I had to choose:
#12.

 

[Queenie60]

All of them are great. My favorites are #12 and #19. Enjoy your day!!

 

[tyty333]

They're all very good...probably should print them out and post them in my office. Good
to pass on to the kids!