15 Things to Quit After 70 For a Happier, Healthier Life

[@Saludable-f8m]

Has anyone else felt a sense of freedom after stopping trying to please everyone? Your story could inspire many.

[@joehamilton4656]

Trying to please people when you're old can be very stressfull,do what is best for yourself give yourself space or you will become I'll..

[@pennsylvaniapatti1835]

Im 71 now, and feel more freedom now than ever. I can admit when I'm tired, and give myself permission to do nothing if i want to.

[@TheElderCompass]

It's amazing to hear that you've found such freedom and peace at this age! Giving yourself permission to rest and simply be is such a valuable lesson. What advice would you give to someone younger who's struggling to prioritize themselves?

[@lindadavidson6813]

I'm 77 yrs old. I find a solution to worrying abt the future is to have an estate lawyer draw up a trust to define what I want in the future when I am gone to give my property and belongings to my heirs. No more worrying abt the future in terms of material possessions. Very liberating!

[@eileenrobinson8014]

For sure 70 - a turning point for many things!

[@judeangione3732]

I'm giving up my car tomorrow. My friends are all freaking out but I feel relieved. I'd rather take a taxi at this point in my life. Also, saying NO is very liberating. I agree totally.

[@DebraMarakovits]

I live in the country so I can’t see not having a car.

[@tundrawomansays694]

@@DebraMarakovitsWe have a county volunteer driver program here. Might be something for your community!

[@georgiafrancis9059]

You don't say how old you are......My grandmother didn't give up her car until she was 100, she lived to 105.

[@BonnieJean4578]

@@georgiafrancis9059 Good for her!

[@CherylMcgauvran]

My mom quit driving at 90, which I thought was pretty impressive.

[@normapadro420]

I learned about these feelings growing up as a kid. I didn't have any friends. My family didn't love me. I was always pushed away by their attitudes. I learned to live without expecting anything in return. I stopped caring about anything that anyone told me. Things didn't matter at all. I learned to live day by day. I didn't miss anything, because nothing mattered. I wore, and still wear comfortable things that I feel good wearing. I don't care how I look to anyone else. I never thought people felt this way at older age. I felt this as soon as I was born. I'm 58 now. I live the way I want.I stopped caring a long time ago.

[@dennisemaracle2475]

I stopped doing many things when I retired at 65. I have always been the type of person who doesn't do many things that I don't want to do so it was not difficult to give things up. I'm 74 now and stay up late, sleep in and have my slow mornings with my laptop before I even think about any thing else. When I want to do things I do and love my life.

[@christinepearce2915]

I can relate to many of these suggestions. One thing I am trying to do is break the habit of "negative fortune telling." I have tried my entire life to solve today what may happen in the future. I would say 95% of the time none of those gloom and doom scenarios I conjured up ever came to pass. I made myself and everyone around me anxious and miserable. Such a waste of time and energy.

[@tundrawomansays694]

Yeah, and did ya notice almost everything we worry about never happens anyway!

[@moorlock2003]

Stylish clothes are comfortable to me. I feel better when I’m happy about how I look. I get frustrated with the sloppy attire of most people these days.

[@lyndaehrich5809]

I'm the same way, although I WILL say I don't put on makeup every time I leave the house any more...just a bit of eyebrow pencil and lipstick. I stopped going to Walmart because no matter what time of day it is, you see people of all ages wearing pajamas.

[@lindadavidson6813]

I have never been particularly stylish. I am a worker bee! Worked in healthcare for 40 years and now I am retired and have a cat sanctuary. I am comfortable in functional clothes that are washable and I don't care how I look bc I am happy. So we can all embrace what is important to us, that's the joy of being older. Btw, I DON'T wear pajamas anywhere!!!!

[@Coetta]

I've been listening to In Touch Ministries for around 20 years. Dr.Stanley helped teach me to forgive quickly and not hold grudges it just hurts you Not the person youer mad at they don't care if you are mad. N of course reading th Bible n praying n going to Church us a big help.

[@byrdmaniacsg2776]

I am 71 and can relate to every one of these points.

[@WisdomOfTheAgesOfficial]

I wish everyone who reads the comments after watching this meaningful video always peace, happiness and success!

[@HighCountryRambler]

I'm 69 but I've been doing most of these things throughout my life. However I've made #1 my priority lately. I see the days/months click off faster and want to make the most of it.

[@MizAngelWolf]

Goodness don't wait untill you are over 70 lol! These are just plain smart things to do.

[@hongkwenboo7158]

1. The habit of saying yes to ecerything. 2. Perfectionism & self-criticism 3. The idea that you have to stay busy to be fulfilled. 4. The urge to hold grudges or harbour resentment. 5. The pursuit of keeping up with the younger generations 6.excessive worrying about what others think 7. Excessive possessions 8. The desire to plan every detail 9.need to control every situation or outcome 10. Negative self-talk about changes in ourselves 11. Desire to be always right (less important than peace) 12. Comparing yourself to others. (Comparison is thief of joy. Every has own unique journey with unique joys & challenges) 13 Rushing thru daily routine/ activites 14. Pressure to accumulate more material wealth. 15. Habit of overthinking the future

[@lyndaehrich5809]

I stopped the "say yes to everything" habit 37 years ago. People seem to expect you to say yes, and when you politely refuse, they have all sorts of names for you (the one that rhymes with "itch" comes to mind, lol!) There was a point in my previous church where I was carrying 6 volunteer positions at once, and at least 3 of them I was the "head." My husband looked at me and said, "the time you're spending working for free, you could have a paying job." He was absolutely right. One volunteer position is enough for anybody.

[@marthamaclin-reynolds9328]

Love self--go with the flow.

[@TheElderCompass]

It’s never too late to make changes that bring more joy and peace. Sometimes letting go of certain habits or worries can make such a difference in our quality of life. Grateful for these tips! 🙏💪 Here’s to making our golden years truly golden!

[@goldenyears101]

Absolutely!

[@BonnieJean4578]

My sister, 10 years younger, I always tried to guide and support during her entire life. I was always worried, stressed out and felt the consequences of her irresponsible behavior that I could see the consequences of, but she never could. I finally realized I could not and would not ever "fix"her. I gave up trying and went no contact. It was amazingly freeing. I finally have peace. I am not responsible for her anymore! 🙂

[@TheElderCompass]

@@BonnieJean4578 Reading your story is truly inspiring. Letting go is never easy, but it’s wonderful that you’ve found peace for yourself. How did you overcome the guilt to achieve that?

[@BonnieJean4578]

@@TheElderCompass By reminding myself of all I have done for her in the last 50+ years. I keep notes of it. And how she has recked the lives of others, (who have told me) And reviewing all the reckless decisions she has made that lead to where she is today. It gets easier. She has a mental illness and addictions she refuses to deal with. At first it was a challenge, but then, I pull out the notes, and feel more at peace. 🤔 I have done way above the call the duty.

[@TheElderCompass]

@@BonnieJean4578 God places both you and her on this earth to learn your own unique lessons. For you, it may be the journey of understanding boundaries, compassion, and the strength to let go. For her, it’s a different path-one that only she can walk, with its own challenges and growth. Whether you choose to intervene or step back, your awareness of your role and actions is part of your spiritual journey. In the end, we all will grow in our own ways, finding wisdom and depth through individual experiences. Trust that her lessons, like yours, will unfold in their own time.

[@helenlauer9545]

This list is ridiculous as advice for seniors. Not only would it be easier to change these attitudes at 25 years old, it would yield a better life overall. After 70, what's immediate and urgent is to let go of smoking and alcohol and high sugar and starch food choices i.e. being kind to liver and kidneys, regular, non-stressful short but daily exercise and stretching, letting oneself get more sleep, these are very urgent things to pay attention to. Following this, learning to say no when appropriate, relaxing more, and so on, will follow. It's a promise.

[@DebraMarakovits]

@@helenlauer9545 Unfortunately some people never realize what would make their life simpler.

[@SharonThomas-h6o]

I am 71 and I never felt old until I subscribed and watched several of these videos. I guess I was in denial but now I feel ancient

[@Bunnysan2000]

I’m 74 now. I was quite pleased to find that I had already quit all those habits. Perhaps it is evolution or common sense. Anyway, I’m happy the way I am now.

[@BonnieJean4578]

74 next month. Just reading the Christmas newsletters is so telling of those who are still trying to impress, and those who have peace. lol.

[@DebraMarakovits]

#15 is something I need to practice. Turning 70 was a bit upsetting at first, but I’ve adjusted. I’ve stopped going to all family gatherings, it was to draining every month to one.

[@goldenyears101]

You can do it!

[@thomassen333]

Thank you for your videos,enjoy it❤

[@goldenyears101]

You are welcome. Glad you like them!

[@brendadrew834]

Great advice, thank you! I'm 76 and have thankfully achieved most of this, but am still working on others. One must also remember the wisdom from Shakespeare and from the Gates of Delphi in ancient Greece..."Unto thine own self be true"! It's very freeing to achieve many of these tips, with age comes wisdom~ blessings to all here. 😍♥ "knowledge is power"...sefl-empowerment.

[@TheLongLifeLab]

I did this and life is happier and healthier

[@JudithPrince-b5u]

I never say ‘some day I’m gonna’ anymore at age 83.

[@CultivatingTheMind]

I wish everyone who reads the comments after watching this meaningful video always peace, happiness and success!❤❤❤

[@BonnieJean4578]

❤

[@Sharon-hl4vr]

Good advice good video.

[@goldenyears101]

Glad you enjoyed and found it helpful

[@tommcgee4855]

Great advice 👍

[@goldenyears101]

Thanks for watching!

[@bettymermaid8346]

They all have family or friends. I am alone. Play games on the internet just about keeps me going. Have loads to declutter. I don't drive so am limited if I go out. Am staying in too much.

[@kathyyoung1774]

Get out and make friends.

[@kathyyoung1774]

Exercise! Join a senior exercise group. That’s a social group and a way to improve health.

[@mil546]

Yes, I do, I stop saying yes, and move on. Now is no. .

[@Coetta]

Don't let people get control of your emotions, keeps ones BP down as well.

[@phillipsmith7759]

I will not be used ny anyone. A neighbor wants me to call her whenever I want to go to the cinema to see if she might go. Nope.

[@dhoyeemorales6600]

❤❤❤ thank you

[@SteveZExplores]

Very interesting, just started my channel 😊

[@farrahfrench7690]

Average life expectancy is 76! I don’t know what to think about turning 70.

[@mikemattsteve]

It made me adopt the mantra “If not now, WHEN????”

[@catherinebullock9748]

I’m quitting national news.

[@ALVISADMAN]

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[@davidmann4533]

70 susks

[@marthadisarlo9011]

LOSE THE LYING HARRIS ADS, KZbin. ALL LIES!!!!

[@moorlock2003]

@@marthadisarlo9011 Calm yourself down. You will be calling her “MADAME PRESIDENT after Nov. 5th. GOT THAT???

[@marthadisarlo9011]

@ only because your criminal party installed another crook and rigged another election. GOT THAT??

[@helenlauer9545]

@@moorlock2003 exactly.

[@Kam72-i3i]

Takes a total lack of self awareness not to mention reality for a Cheeto supporter to say Ms. Harris is lying. And why do these t.trolls have to show up on feeds that have NOTHING to do with politics?

[@gayleclark1814]

💙👏🏻💙