No smoking, little to no alcohol, some exercise, and some interaction with people and an enormous amount of RU-vid. Too much interaction with humans can also be detrimental to your health. The main reason i absolutely Love Love Love RU-vid is because of my choice to be with who i want to be with and what i want to expose myself to. I love my RU-vid Family. Been addicted for about 15 years.
I’m 73, ski Monday-Friday in winter, and paddle board in summer 4-5 times a week along with walking my dog 2-3 hours a day. I loved my youth but senior life is so exciting and fun.
Not all of us who are alone are lonely. There is something to be said for solitude, peace and quiet to think, plan and enjoy nature and life in general. Especially if you come from a chaotic former life.
I totally get this. I also enjoy times when I can be alone. But I also like having a robust community of friends and family. Im happy you are not feeling lonely.
As for living in the past I started getting ready to retire about five years ahead. I got a motorcycle, went camping again, started visiting my kids and hiking. After my wife passed I moved states to get better situated for those activities. Walking in the woods is my main exercise. Now, at 76 I’m still looking forward to every day.
I am almost 74 and enjoying life. I work out 3-4 times a week and love learning new things. No, I am not retired. Running my small company and love that as well.
Excellent advise! I have been a widower now for 10 months and some days can be very challenging for me. At 75 I still walk at least 2 miles every day. I am very motivated to travel and continue to see the national parks and other fine areas of the country just like I did with my wife. And I know she would be happy that I can still get out my camera and find new experiences and meet people even if only small talk occurs. I am ok with that. There is I have found, a very fine line between freedom and loneliness. She is always with me in many ways no matter where I go now. Thank you for this video.
I retired with my hubby early (he was 58 & I was almost 51) we traveled for 12 years in our motorhome around the US - seeing new things, making new friends, new experiences,... Now we just resettled in our "final" home where we're comfortable and now enjoy our next phase of retirement! But we're not juat sitting in the proverbial rocking chair, we travel to new areas, make new friends & visit with old friends that come thru the area, attend local events,... We are content with the retirement life we chose!
That is awesome! I love seeing the big motorhomes rumbling down the highway imaging all the fun places those people will see. Sounds like you are having a great Retirement.
I saw my parents retire with health problems. One of the things people forget is that the third act of life also typically involves chronic diseases. It's not just a question of financial burdens, it's also a quality of life issue. Maintaining a quality of life that you expect to have can be difficult simply because of chronic diseases many seniors face in the third part of their lives.
Yes. According to Dr. Peter Attica, who wrote the book “Outlive”, the number one thing we can all do to increase our healthspan (The number of year we live but also the quality of those years) is exercise. We all really need to make this a priority as we age.
#1. Living in the past. Don’t say over and over, “I used to…”. #2. Don’t neglect your physical health. #3. Don’t avoid new technology. #4. Don’t set unrealistic expectations. Eg. Don’t expect to run a marathon, start by walking lots. #5. Stop resisting change. (Eg. Downsizing). #6. Don’t isolate yourself from others. Highest rate of suicides is with men 65+.
I'm 63 and semi-retired with my own home-based business that keeps me busy a few hours a day. What I'm finding is how important it is to have something on your calendar almost every day. It can be a household task like doing the laundry or cleaning, meeting with friends or family, shopping, taking a class, exercise, whatever. Waking up with absolutely nothing to look forward to is fun for awhile, but it gets boring. Now I just reserve one day a week for total rest and relaxation.
One 95 yo lady looked happy and lovely. She said her wonderful happy life, her happy memories kept her happy. Her house walls and furniture were covered with photos from her past. Her past lived with her every day, making her healthy and happy.
I retired at 33 years old, retire as soon as possible there is no guarantee you can live until 65 years old. I have 15 coworkers they die before 65 years old. They die of heart attack, sleeping die, cancer. Those 3 things can happen to anyone.
Your correct, although most people would be unable to retire at the age you did, I agree I retired 3 years ago at 58, by the time you get to retiring age, it's too late to do anything
Just a little note regarding modern technology. It is a 2 edged sword and just because it's new does not mean progress. Without going into boring details I have had at least 3 time consuming incidents related to the fact that banks no longer like dealing in cash. I'm 81 - live alone in a foreign country, exercise every day, play in 3 rock bands and regularly travel internationally.
If you always think about your past, then that means you are getting old. I gradually accept I 'll turn to 60. I always remind myself not to compare with your past, though you have good performance in one area or you look beautiful 10 years ago. Now I will do as my age and compare only with my age group. Thanks for your sharing.
I am 69 and very active doing things at home. My husband sleeps in each morning and stays up at night till 1pm. He is 75. I am a early riser and have most of my day over and his day is just beginning. It's awful he's very set in his ways. We don't do alot together for obvious reasons. What are your suggestions for this.
Thank you for sharing this. I think asking him to have a chat about how you want to spend the rest of your lives together would be a start. But it’s not easy. So go slow, be thoughtful, be a good listener. Set some ground rules for the chat. Everybody must listen and not interrupt the other. Reflect back what you heard. Take notes. Say thanks. Sit on what you both said and heard, then chat again in a week. The goal would to start finding some things you can do together as a way to spend some quality time and also work on your health together. Hope this helps.
Embrace change! Don't live in the past! Great advice! I have been adjusting to my husband passing 2 years ago. Just beginning to embrace changes that come along.
This couple is very down to earth, and real-personish. The tech is totally a necessity and well, joyous. Thank RU-vid ! When the weather permits, go outdoors so as to 'isolate' aloneness. Right, can never - necessarily - go by what was; yet, keep remembering those cumulatively learned lessons. Family and loved ones very quickly pass away. The next vid 'Retire Now' makes sense: My father was going to retire at 65; but, he died at 64 and 10 months ! Uncompromising Takeaway - As anybody who wakes up and lives ⏰️ at 60 +, the only boss to be accountable to is G-d.
Thank you. My dad retired at 65 and died at 80. Poor nutrition, lack of exercise, and he was an alcoholic which all led to an early death. He is part of the inspiration to build this channel.
Died and exercise will do a lot for helping you keep your balance working on your core. Also you have to get enough protein in your diet because 50% of your bones are protein problem is people do not get enough protein
Thanks for your comment. What’s your “go to protein?” We have been doing some research on plant based proteins and other forms that are easily digestible. Thanks for the comment!
60 years old is still young guys! You talk as if they are 120 years old. All common sense and everyone knows things things but if they don't do it, that means they choose not to.
I have 2 more years also! What do you say to people or extended family that remind you of your past? It really drives me crazy to hear my past lessons/mistakes brought to my remembering!
My mother had a saying when people said or did I something to me that was inappropriate or unfriendly. “Kill them with kindness!” Not sure of that works for you but certainly don’t let what they say consume you.
@@RetirementTransformed it took sitting down with our daughter-in-law and explain the whole lesson that i went through to her and at the end of the conversation i said to her that this would be the last time i speak of this! Yes! Mark hit it on the nail head of drawing boundaries! Thank you for your sharing your thoughts to the question i posted! Yes the mistakes were made so many years ago they do not define whom i have become!
Tell them firmly but kindly you're not interested in raking up the past or say "that's ancient history - shall we talk about plans for next week/month/year" You might need to do it more than once but they'll get there eventually
Thanks for leaving this comment. I downloaded a copy of the poem and enjoyed reading it. I saw it years ago in someone’s home but never paid attention to it.
I am single and I have learned to keep a little note pad with me wherever I go because you never know when you might meet somebody with whom you.would like to have a friendship .As I age many friends have died...5 this year! Cancer, heartattacks..
This is such a great idea. As we age and find other people in retirement, its surprising how many are looking for new relationships too. We all are in the same boat and finding new friends is wonderful.
I'm 58 and making my plan to retire at 60. I fantasize about having my whole day to myself instead of the daily grind at the office. My husband retired a couple of years ago and he told me to take the first year to figure out what my interests are before committing to anything. I think he is right in a way as I'm inclined to want to join every group and feel overwhelmed with responsibilities!
Your husband gave good advice. Finding community is important as you leave your career. You will miss your colleagues and need to find new groups to spend time with.
I turned 61 last week. A few weeks ago I decided that I no longer say 'I don't do that' rather to say 'I haven't tried that YET'. I had sushi for the first time and loved it.
I have accomplished my most significant athletic achievements after 60 years of age. I’m a competitive marksman and compete at the local, regional,national and international level. I retired at 60 and now have the time to train. My advise to all, have a significant hobby and enjoy your personal development and the friends you meet along the way.
Right I am a senior citizen too playing competitive scrabble and have fun playing games with different retired professionals. After the tournament you will dine or take/drink coffee enjoying the company of your scrabble mates/friends. It's nirvana like feeling and exciting.
the side eye of retirement...what you gonna do with all that time on your hands? HAVE IMAGINATION. All my mom does is sit at home, get groceries, dr appointment and run errands after 43 years of work. its draining and toxic
Hi! I just found you. Great content. Formula that works for us in retirement. Stay busy, at 57 retired to the farmstead. Raised animals, grew a garden. Active in our church community. It’s a wonderful life, a lot of work. Happy work. Now after 11 years giving up all farm animals. Still grow a garden. Got involved with dog training and now going to dog obedience trials. New dog friends. Because we retired early our budget is not as robust as some. There is a book. Probably not still in print. “Get a Life” by Mark Cooper” It’s still available in online used book stores. Happy retirement ya all!
Thank for for this. It sounds like your life is flowing nicely. Keep up the great work. You inspire many with what you are doing to stay active and adapt your life.
Hi there i just subscribed your blog...i loved it....i shared it to my dad too for a start...i am 50 two months ago...and i really want to be childrens writer..but the thought that after ten years i would be 60 scares me... please help me..i thought you would be right people..thank you
I loved the one about technology and the one about resisting change. Please, check yourself out at the self check out at many stores . You pump your own gas. Learn how to check yourself out. It not not going to change! Learn now!
We limited our retirement income in order to qualify for Obamacare...that saved us over $25,000 in annual health insurance cost. Our retirement fund grew substantially from age 60 until present. Age 60-70 will be the best decade of our lives...fitness, time and no debts.
I'm 61 and retired 2 years ago. I am very blessed. I had a dad who lived in his army days. He was a korean war vet. I am adjusting to retirement. I had a hard time at first because I worked full time for the past 20 years so full time to home all day....very strange feeling.
Thank you Debbie. I remember responding to some of your earlier comments. It’s been quite a journey and this past nine months in particular as we went from 1,800 to 20,000. Thank you for support.
You are so welcome. My advice is not to wait if you are thinking about it. I retired June 2022 and my husband of 36 years was diagnosed with terminal cancer Jan 2023. He passed away this pass Friday. I am so glad I had the time to care for him.
Yes. It's one of the worst things for humans. Community is critical during our entire lives. And that takes effort if you don't have lots of people around.
So so true! Stop living in yesterday’s because It truly keeps us in a depressed state of life and will destroy life and our health. Thank you for the new mindset and the things to get up and live in today. Thank you from us retired people 😅❤🙌🎶☀️👏👍🥰
Very helpful and relevant. I lost my wife who I cared for with MS for 26 years in 2022. We were married 51 years. That in itself was very isolating but I am finding I get very lonely now. Thanks for the tips. Good video.
Cronic loneliness is ok for me, been it all my life, works fine for me, so think it depends on who you are, changing my way of living as I get wiser, overweight and beginning gangren disappeared after realizing that human beings are designed to be carnivores and not eating artificial foods, processed oils, not a gram of sugar in my house anymore, the fructose part of it just as poisonous as alcohol.
Jody desperately wants another dog. I’m trying to hold us back and just try life a bit without one and see what they is like. We are traveling more now and not having a dog has helped that.
Retired 21 years ago at 45. Yeah, big change in thinking is required. And that need to change continues as I get older. Need to face reality. I'm extremely healthy but can see my body changing and I certainly can see the effect of age on others. So I'm facing reality. Planning to move to SE Asia next year to set myself up for when I might need help. A live-in housekeeper is $50-200/mo USD plus food. Fully trained live-in caregiver is $1000/mo. Plus as a single man it's very easy to find a great young female partner. World famous caregivers.
It is NEVER too late to start squirreling funds into a savings account or hidden in home safe. I know times are rediculously over priced on everything but it is still possible to save funds for retirement. If still working for an employer! If self employed may need to get creative to save funds! Self talk; i can do this!....then proceed to put a plan together that works out best for you! Alot of times planning ideas on paper helps! Especially for those people that are more visual! Kind of like a road map for gathering funds!
My dad drank a handle every week! That did not work out to well for him. But many people swear by a drink a day, or more. Personal choice an how your body handles it.
I get that. These milestones can creep up on us. But at 66, i'm enjoying every day and sincerely hope i get to at least 90. So the next two milestones of 70 and 80 excite me.
Perhaps you didn’t know that it is not necessary to type every thought you have. Do you enjoy having people tell you that you look older or heavier than you used to?
