What life feels like at 101 (EXTENDED CUT)

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@G-BabyNicky 3 ай бұрын

In case anyone is curious: She’s just turned 103 and she’s still alive! What a queen!

@E621_Rule34 3 ай бұрын

Its only 4 months old so i wouldnt expect much of a change with how sharp she still is

@G-BabyNicky 3 ай бұрын

@@E621_Rule34 4 month old upload yeah but this was recorded a couple years ago.

@BAYBAY_316 3 ай бұрын

I was about to say the same thing. She's amazing

@xChimkin 2 ай бұрын

bless her

@aaroncatolico7550 2 күн бұрын

*And what exactly makes her a "queen"?*

@GrigoriiPolukhutenko 7 ай бұрын

It's interesting to see a woman that old being capable to speak so clearly

@ljDex 7 ай бұрын

I had a grandmother who died a week before her 107th birthday, she fell and hit her head but was fully capable until that day. Her stories were the best thing ever. She spoke like she was narrating a British novel.

@HenrietteLuytjes 7 ай бұрын

She has the voice of a young woman.

@domingopartida5812 6 ай бұрын

It’s like I’m watching an actress in a powerful scene , I don’t know if she talks like that normally but every single word has this emotional weight to it

@TaWandaJoyner 6 ай бұрын

Betty Reid Soskin only recently retired as a federal park ranger at the age of 100. So, she is definitely with it in the mind, her speech, etc., even after having a stroke at 101 or 102 years old. Ms. Betty is a living legend.🤗💐🙏🏾💝🦋

@domingopartida5812 6 ай бұрын

@@GrigoriiPolukhutenko waaaaay more with it then Biden

@valaquenta220 6 ай бұрын

She looks fantastic for 101 years old !!!!!!

@Jdksneo 6 ай бұрын

For real she could pass for late 70s and is like really naturally pretty. I’m surprised this isn’t a top comment.

@shinyam75 6 ай бұрын

Most people that age look like they are on the verge of death. She looks like she could live another ten years.

@multivitamin9832 5 ай бұрын

Her fake eyebrows do a lot to trick us, that shes not about to fall into a grave

@shanesmith-vn1ri 5 ай бұрын

@@multivitamin9832 stay mad skinwalker

@summer-c7i 5 ай бұрын

She definitely could pass as someone 20 years younger. Not just looks, but her mental sharpness + energy.

@psflameangel17 7 ай бұрын

The fact that she's over 100 and still doesn't know who she is brings me a sort of comfort. Starting over again at 39, living alone for the first time, and I have no idea who I am. This makes me think that's okay though

@SteveeeGeeeBBS 7 ай бұрын

Well said.

@echtwoessofour1116 7 ай бұрын

Its totally okay ❤ Sometimes the lesser we know, the better ❤ On a side note, your lines rhymed pretty well 🙈 Starting all over again at 39 Living alone, for the first time And I have no idea, who I aammm 🎉

@surinurkholifah2083 7 ай бұрын

You got this! I hope things will get better for you ❤

@Birds_and_art 7 ай бұрын

Don’t worry, don’t be afraid…..starting over can be hard at first but always leads to new dimensions in life and the learning of new things and new ways of being. I’m 63 and have started over a few times now…each new start has brought with it so much. ❤

@heekyungkim8147 7 ай бұрын

I am in my 50… my parents are dead. And i am alone… i am not sure how to go on with my life atm…. But i guess i must keep going…. I wish you all the best…

@ladyalexander1897 6 ай бұрын

I am in my fifties and the one thing I will tell my younger self are this few things: 1. Your childhood was never ever your fault. 2. Not all people have good hearts, Don’t give your trust away. 3. Material things don’t last. Invest your money and time on things that can not be touched, bought or stolen. 3. Look where he/she spends his/her money and time, you will find his/her heart there. 4. Time is cruel and does not discriminate. 5. Never wish ANY evil thing, on anyone…. You will get what you give. This one it’s SO important. 6. Words can hurt more than you’ll ever know, use words wisely.

@PatrickJWenzel 5 ай бұрын

I really appreciate points five and six. They’re not in my nature but they struck a chord with me.

@ZeroTwo__02 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, I am going to write your points, I am in my early 20's and for me I found myself 2 years ago and I found my purpose in life is to "live a life of happiness and It's about experiences". I know it sounds silly but I don't know if this will remains the only purpose in my life, maybe it will change after time who knows, Because after all life demands change, I hope your advice will be useful in my life, I hope you live your life in a wonderful way 💓 and hope you are having a great day ❤️

@riasonny1979 5 ай бұрын

#3 🎯

@ladyalexander1897 5 ай бұрын

Sorry about my numbers!! I had them all messed up! But I meant every single one.

@ladyalexander1897 5 ай бұрын

@@ZeroTwo__02 thank you! I am SO happy that you read the advice to my young self. Sadly I did not start maturing in my 20’s, Take my advice keep it close to your eyes, and your heart. Thank you! 🙏🏽 I did have a great day! XO

@aelc4769 7 ай бұрын

“I don’t know who that is. I know who she pretends to be” hits hard and hits home. What a beautiful woman.

@NatCreary 7 ай бұрын

That😢

@Some_kind_of_wonderfü 7 ай бұрын

🩶

@mariemay444 7 ай бұрын

🩷

@10freekie2 5 ай бұрын

And saying that she is the happiest when she is herself, even while she doesn’t know. So paradoxical and magical.

@vegasbeat8367 6 ай бұрын

“I have been so many women, so many times .” Absolutely incredible. Imagine everything she has seen in her time. Every disease/catastrophe a human can experience she can say, “I survived it all!”

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

It is fascinating.

@junito2899 6 ай бұрын

For being 100, and still having your mind intact is truly marvelous!

@wingberry123 3 ай бұрын

That is what I hope for when I grow older.

@robinspath923 7 ай бұрын

At 57, already having worn so many hats, already have started life over several times, this hits hard. And it's what I needed to hear. I am Robin.

@lisasbeautifuljourney 7 ай бұрын

Hi Robin, I am also 57 years old and I feel like I’m finally coming into My Time. Recently divorced again from my 2nd narcissistic marriage, I realized I have lived my life in trauma and I’m so excited to my new journey. I feel like I’m beginning my life at this age bc I never got to experience it when I was younger at 18 and beyond. I wish you the best journey as you move through your days! ❤

@frockabyebabyshabbychic2611 6 ай бұрын

Hello Robin 🫡

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

Hi Robin, thanks for sharing!

@Therealgirlinthedesert 6 ай бұрын

Hello Robin. I am 57 years old also. Sometimes I feel exhausted in living just 57 years. Sometimes I feel energy. I have learned so much. Life can be challenging yet so wonderful.

@CaptainMyCaptain33 6 ай бұрын

Hi Robin. I’m Batman.

@skittlznt2611 5 ай бұрын

I love the cadence of her speech pattern. It pulls you in and makes you anxious to hear the next word.

@lindapowers8592 7 ай бұрын

If she had not said so I would never have thought in a million years she was 101. She is so clear minded and eloquently telling her experiences. Just beautiful and blessed 💜

@TracyMarsh-k5j 7 ай бұрын

I think the feeble gives it away.

@Eternally_Moon 5 ай бұрын

Feeble? @@TracyMarsh-k5j

@SA-lz1vx 5 ай бұрын

I would have guessed 80 and no more

@jama211 5 ай бұрын

@@TracyMarsh-k5j Stop thinking so literally, it's not appropriate in this context.

@drewlager7757 6 ай бұрын

She never says a single “ummm” or “ahhh” while thinking of her responses. It’s truly impressive. It’s like she’s so comfortable with who she is (even if she doesn’t quite know, I know I sure don’t ab myself), that she can take real pauses without feeling awkward ab it

@xVandis 3 ай бұрын

0:50 she have several times that's just one.

@tomtom8786 6 ай бұрын

"They'll never know who I am but I hope they'll remember me". That hit hard.

@marionclark 3 ай бұрын

For me too.

@catchabbie 7 ай бұрын

If I'm going to live as long as she has, i wish i would be able to articulate my words just like she did in this interview. She's a beautiful human.

@Texasishot105 7 ай бұрын

In about 1970, I sat on a park bench as a child next to an older woman. I asked her, "If you had to live life all over, what would you do differently"..... she told me she'd never marry or have children. I understand she lived at a different time, but the sadness in her eyes of a life she never got to live left its mark on me. ❤

@rappernameeddycane 7 ай бұрын

Do you think that times have gotten better?

@crooked_teeth. 7 ай бұрын

statistically, women are happier if they don't get married or have children so she definitely was onto something.

@xenotbbbeats7209 7 ай бұрын

What an ignorant thing to say.

@myrafrancois6582 7 ай бұрын

@@xenotbbbeats7209 Did her response offend you in some way and why?

@anatosic7323 7 ай бұрын

@@crooked_teeth. I actually heard in many places and many studies and interviews that a married man's life increases for about 4-5 years, and a married woman's life shortens. There was an interview with the oldest woman in the world at the time, and the interviewer asked her what is her secret to longevity- she said I have never been married and never had children. I am an aunt, but I have no children of my own.

@evalynengugi2310 7 ай бұрын

"I could sing things that I couldn't say" Music is a healer ❤

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

This felt so relatable

@nayon9379 5 ай бұрын

🌴THE GOSPEL OF THE WORD OF ALMIGHTY GOD "the Salvation of the last day that Christ brought the second and last incarnation of His new and holy name" (You used to want to rule as kings, and now you have to turn away. Can He lead people down to the eternal abyss? Now, the important thing is that you have to know the spirit of man, and you have to know if what you must enter into; you must talk about entering into life, and how to be truly overcome, and how to obey God completely, how to obey unto death. You may say that you are overcome, but obey In the end, you must have the two aspects of Job's testimony--the testimony of Peter--the ultimate love of God. You must be like Job of his possessions, and was tormented by the sickness of the body, but he did not forsake the name of Jehovah. This is the testimony of Job. When he was crucified and faced his death, he was loved He is still God; he did not think of his own hopes or desire good hopes or luxurious thoughts and he only sought to love God and follow all God's plans: That is the basis you must have before you can be considered a witness, before you can be a man who became perfect after being defeated. God's work today is for our disposition to change and for us to rid ourselves of Satan's influence, to allow us to be born in the land of impurity and thus to rid ourselves of the impurity, to shake off Satan's filth and infection, to turn away this.) Almighty God said You once aspired to rule as kings, and now you must turn away can He lead men down to the eternal abyss? NOW, the IMPORTANT thing is that you MUST KNOW THE SPIRIT OF MAN, and you MUST KNOW WHAT you must ENTER; you need to talk about ENTERING LIFE, and CHANGING DISPOSITION, HOW TO REALLY CONQUER, and HOW TO COMPLETELY FOLLOW GOD, HOW TO FOLLOW UNTIL DEATH. 🏵️ You need to focus on these things, and those that are not realistic or important must first be set aside and let go. Now, you must know how to be defeated, and how people act after they are defeated.. ☀️ You can say you're overpowered, but can you FOLLOW UNTIL death? You MUST FOLLOW UNTIL THE LAST if there is any HOPE, and you SHOULD NOT LOSE FAITH in GOD regardless of the situation. Ultimately, you MUST GET TWO ASPECTS of TESTIMONY: JOB'S TESTIMONY---OBEDIENCE UNTIL DEATH; and PETER'S TESTIMONY---the ULTIMATE LOVE of GOD. You have to be LIKE JOB: He lost all his possessions, and was tormented by physical pain, but he DID NOT FORSAKE JEHOVAH'S NAME. This is the TESTIMONY of JOB. PEDRO was able to LOVE GOD to DEATH.🙏🌹 When he was CRUCIFIED and FACED his DEATH, he still LOVED GOD; He DOESN'T THINK OF HIS OWN WISHES or DESIRES GOOD HOPE or GREAT ATTITUDE and he ONLY WANTS to LOVE GOD and FOLLOW ALL THE PLANSof GOD: THAT IS THE BASIS YOU NEED TO GET BEFORE YOU CAN BE CONSIDERED WITNESSING, BEFORE YOU BECOME A PERFECT PERSON AFTER CONQUERING.🌷🙏🌹 Now, if people really know their own Spirit and status, will they still want hopes and hopes? This is what you should know: GOD'S WORK NOW is SO THAT OUR DISPOSITION WILL CHANGE and we CAN REMOVE SATAN'S INFLUENCE FROM OURSELVES, to allow us to be born in the land of impurity and thus remove the impurity from ourselves, to DESTROY THE DIRT and SATAN'S INFLUENCE, to AVOID it. 🙏 From "The WORD Appears in the Flesh" Holy book Fulfillment of (John 1:1) and (Ezekiel 2:9-10), (Rev. 19:9,13) 📥 Christ's fulfillment of His establishment of the kingdom that was brought down from heaven that carved the holy, and totality and disposition of His name "THE CHURCH OF ALMIGHTY GOD" 💐. The prophecy He fulfilled "And I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and even the power of death will not prevail against it." (Mat. 16:18). ... And the Epistle to the church of Philadelphia "I will make him who overcomes a pillar in the temple of my God, and he will never be removed from it. I will engrave on him the name of my God, and the name of the city of my God , the NEW JERUSALEM that will come down from heaven. I will also engrave on him my NEW NAME. ... And I heard a voice from heaven saying, "Write this : From now on, blessed are those who serve the Lord until death!" "Truly," said the Spirit. "They will rest from their labor; for their works will follow them." (Rev. 14:13). ... "And I was told the number of those who were sealed--144,000 from the twelve tribes of Israel." They SAY TOGETHER, "SALVATION is from the LAMB, and to our God who is ON THE THRONE!" One of the elders asked me, "Who are the people dressed in white, and where did they come from?" "I don't know," I replied. "You know. ." And he said to me, "They are the ones who prevailed despite severe persecution. They cleansed and made their clothes white in the blood of the Lamb. Because the Lamb in the middle of the throne will be their PASTOR. He will bring them to the fountains of life-giving water; and God will wipe the tears from their eyes." They triumphed over the Devil through the blood of the Lamb and their testimony to the truth; they did not regret their lives. (Rev 7:4,10,13-14,17 ).... They sing a new song before the Throne, and the four living creatures, and the twenty-four elders. No one understands that song but the 144,000 redeemed in the world. This men who had no relation to women. They followed the Lamb wherever he went. They were redeemed from all mankind. They never lied them any fault (Rev. 14:3-5). All are leading here! It stands in the holy place in the sky /KZbin🔝

@gilliengibson 7 ай бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful and wisest videos I’ve ever seen.

@lb1798 6 ай бұрын

Why did she marry twice??

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

Agreed

@marionclark 3 ай бұрын

Yes, a wise and beautiful woman.

@DorinaSaha 7 ай бұрын

She is so lucid and so emotional at this age...

@rihannaimvu8834 6 ай бұрын

That the artist in her…only the arts and humanitarian/philanthropy can make you like this

@shanesmith-vn1ri 5 ай бұрын

@@rihannaimvu8834 that is absolutely true lol

@nayon9379 5 ай бұрын

@ozdigg9254 5 ай бұрын

@@nayon9379 GO AWAY

@licorice71 5 ай бұрын

Whoever had the foresight to capture this. THANK YOU. It's never too late to be whoever you want to be.

@moladhdodhia164 4 ай бұрын

I don't know why folks say that,yes it's too late for some,my husband who has Dementia and the ex husband who's dying of brain cancer,it's too late for them.

@mariamysoul 7 ай бұрын

I don't know what I just watched, the strongest woman , still so clear and wise, but also with such sadness..I wish there was a whole documentary about this amazing woman.. and then a movie based on her lifestory... I have deep love for her and just want to hug her and hear her talk for hours. Thank you

@rosemarycampbell8547 7 ай бұрын

There is It's called "Sign My Name to Freedom" but it hasn't come out yet

@the_kenyan_african 7 ай бұрын

gonna leave this here so you may update us when it's out. She is lovely @@rosemarycampbell8547

@mariamysoul 5 ай бұрын

@@rosemarycampbell8547 Beautiful! Thank you!

@cookie-dough-fox69 5 ай бұрын

There's another documentary called "No Time to Waste."

@Opalescape 3 ай бұрын

She looks 80 years old. She looks so good for 101. My goodness. Thank you for sharing your story, ma’am.

@pacificrules 5 ай бұрын

I can't believe she's 101yrs old. She looks FABULOUS!!!

@dopaminion 6 ай бұрын

"I wanted to be a Betty who sang. I didn't want to be a singer." that part really hit me. Bless this woman for sharing her words & her journey of life with us. 💗

@apurvakawrat6981 6 ай бұрын

I was at the edge where I felt that this is it, can't take it any more, but when I heard her today, she gave me a reason to get going. This has comforted me.

@Bunnidove 6 ай бұрын

You know, I'm not suicidal, but I feel similar. It's like... why? Why keep going? This did help me too.

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

Happy it did. Same here 💛

@voxifera2300 6 ай бұрын

That’s actually where I am right now. I’ve been consumed every day with wanting to leave already. So the fact that I was recommended this today at my worst moment is amazing

@LADY-E.COMEDY 5 ай бұрын

@@voxifera2300hope your ok . Sending you good vibes ❤

@LADY-E.COMEDY 5 ай бұрын

you hope still feel comforted.

@ariamsedona3150 7 ай бұрын

All this time I thought there was something wrong with me, when in fact, I was being “ Betty”🦋

@Mssummer362008 7 ай бұрын

Took me a long time to arrive at peace..never married..no children..

@VoiceOfMindfulnessASMR 5 ай бұрын

She is so mesmerizing. She should be an actress. I couldn't stop listening to her. I wish the video was longer and she'd keep talking. I hope she'll be back on this channel 🙏

@Samone1Mur 7 ай бұрын

Ive often second guessed myself with being content with not being married. My friends always try to set me up on dates. But I look at their sad relationships and lives and wonder, why would you want that for me?

@ladybug3380 7 ай бұрын

Misery loves company.

@tamiko_8369 6 ай бұрын

I would never base what marriage is on someone else’s experiences. Marriage is awesome at times. Hard at times and a list of other good and bad things! That’s just life! Same with children! Pray and ask the Lord what is it that we are called to do! What’s your dream, your purpose! Now I think I would know that before I got married. But if you don’t want to be married that’s fine too! My sister didn’t just because she didn’t want to. She is 57 now and sometimes she says she wishes she had a husband but 🤷🏽‍♀️ if he comes along fine. If not she’s good with that as well. She does not have boyfriends never really has!

@MV-kk3nh 6 ай бұрын

Lol 😅😂 @@ladybug3380

@jejeroon9673 5 ай бұрын

yes, that's true, that's the funniest joke🤣

@KJ-lb4tj 5 ай бұрын

Maybe choose a few friendships that have great marriages. Might balance out better.

@K7classicrockfan 6 ай бұрын

As someone struggling with my careers, I felt reassured when Betty said she didn't find a meaningful career until she was 50. Work has been a major factor of my anxiety, and I have never been able to find a stable job. So, I can relate. Hopefully, like her, I can one day find a job I love that gives me fulfillement. Maybe it will never happen, but I am comforted in the fact that I think it is ok for me to go through changes and move on from jobs I hate. This woman made me realize it's ok to be going through different paths. What an admirable and intelligent lady.

@loveeternal5317 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this Ditto ❤

@marziyashaikh3748 6 ай бұрын

"I am the happiest when I am being me" It brought me to tears, the biggest regret of the dying is they didnt live a life true to themselves, I have lost a lot many years living by other peoples standards, cooking, cleaning, sacrifising my needs to make them happy when i never found joy or a healthy state of being doing all that, now i am a rebel that nobody approves of, but i am so so happier. And yes, a feminist, I know how important it is for women to stand up. This was so validating to watch.

@Kalmtepunt 6 ай бұрын

Well said 💛

@10freekie2 5 ай бұрын

you go girl!

@karenhenry2430 5 ай бұрын

What a beautiful voice, a beautiful woman, who FEELS her life, not just lives her life. Layers, being peeled back....and she is still evolving. Nothing has come to an end, she speaks as though her chapter is just started

@reggeesexpressions 6 ай бұрын

My grandmother is 101 this year also. April 2024. Their lives are vastly different. My grandma is a black woman born and raised in Albany, Ga. The stories are endless. My granny remembered the day she bought her house.

@Sweetgi28 5 ай бұрын

Betty is African American she’s just fair skinned (if I’m not mistaken some creole ancestry? ) but back then the paper bag test was REAL so peoples experiences really vary based on colorism unfortunately

@Sweetgi28 5 ай бұрын

But she does talk about her past as a singer writing civil rights songs and singing what she couldn’t say

@maverickbull1909 4 ай бұрын

@@Sweetgi28how do you know?

@TanyaAlexis-wr7mq Ай бұрын

@@maverickbull1909she’s shared in several interviews on other news media that she’s African American

@B.S.-qh3gz 5 ай бұрын

" To never marry ". What a brilliant advice, what a big truth. Thank You for amazing interview.❤❤❤

@cawheeler27 5 ай бұрын

It’s gross…

@JG-mh4yu 7 ай бұрын

Met her in person such a lovely person

@matthewnkuna173 7 ай бұрын

❤Lucky you. I hope you have learnt alot

@AncientOne222 7 ай бұрын

Women wear so many hats, that sometimes we forget to do he things we love without putting everyone else first.

@Some_kind_of_wonderfü 7 ай бұрын

🩶

@Westernwilson 7 ай бұрын

@@Some_kind_of_wonderfü It may have been Bertrand Russell who said he could have been a mother, and would have been a good one, but that would have meant his creative life was impossible, as he would have had no time or energy left for other pursuits.

@lbks16 5 ай бұрын

In today's society independent music producers are those who have to wear many hats, but music has the power to heal.

@Bee4-Bee4 5 ай бұрын

Why do Women always say “women put others first before themselves”, Do men not put others before themselves???

@IgiveyouNONE 5 ай бұрын

Hats are: Influencer, OnlyFans

@petebutler5139 6 ай бұрын

SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUL! I mean, she is authentically beautiful!

@carolinaamado1854 5 ай бұрын

True

@apollonia-ava 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely she is ❤

@marionclark 3 ай бұрын

Yes!

@weatherlicious 5 ай бұрын

I felt like I was listening to a poem for 13:44. Wow!

@elizabethbaird3604 4 ай бұрын

SAME! ❤️

@Sweetteee_ 7 ай бұрын

There’s such a sadness about her. Thank you for your wisdom Betty.

@Awake-007 7 ай бұрын

There is such a sadness about her, yes. And for some reason, I find it extremely annoying, despite whatever wisdom she might offer.

@ladybug3380 7 ай бұрын

She’s sad because she didn’t truly live her life until she was old. That’s why she said not to marry.

@onamiilove777 6 ай бұрын

Being a blk women in America especially in her time was definitely hard to find her identity. I personally didn't find my true self until 60 I lived for survival in a W culture that demanded conformity to its brand😢 thank goodness Jesus showed me forgiveness 🙏🏾

@buttarain27 5 ай бұрын

@@Awake-007 Her sadness is deep and suppressed. What absolutely annoys me is all the damn tiktok, youtube and social media influencers her cry, whine and pout with he camera all up their damn nose for the smallest stuff looking for attention and sympathy. Now THOSE people are extremely annoying, annoying enough that I want to punch them in the face. I don't watch them so I don't feel that way, so you can do the same to, you didn't have to watch the video.

@triggabun 4 ай бұрын

You find it annoying because what she is saying is not convenient. It's not what you want it to be or hoped it would be. She is 101 and her greatest wisdom is what we already know but won't accept. We keep busy to avoid the questions.

@BrendaBoykin-qz5dj 7 ай бұрын

She was very famous and beloved in Oakland. REID'S RECORDS was an institution,selling Gospel records,sheet music,choir robes,etc. She also would visit the JazzCamp in summer. Magnificent Woman.🌹⭐🌹

@dearbreanna 7 ай бұрын

“The answers never stay they simply go by. The questions are the real things” that’s deep

@lisabristow8182 7 ай бұрын

The answers never stay. They simply go by. Profound

@nordiclivingfinland 7 ай бұрын

what a great genes she has. she is in great shape physically and mentally for her age. one can only hope for life this long and healthy. its truly is a blessing. she also looks younger than 80s. you could never tell she is over 100.

@mickywinters8451 6 ай бұрын

Nah. Jesus has blessed her but doesn’t do this to most of us 😮

@sonyac1229 7 ай бұрын

I immediately felt sadness for her life not lived, but I hope she understands how profound her words are and how they will help others! 💕

@nouvel0001 6 ай бұрын

There is always something that remains undone as life goes on . And then there are so many things that in hindsight a person feels were doable or could have been done differently As one ages there is very less occupying their time except the past when plenty happened. That's why in a way forgetfulness is a blessing in old age

@ozdigg9254 5 ай бұрын

@@nouvel0001 Are you 101? "very less occupying their time" What an assumption.

@littlelulu5675 6 ай бұрын

she fills up every second of her being alive and present.....even her pauses are full of expression and meaning....i pray for her it is not too late

@ozdigg9254 5 ай бұрын

"too late" for what?

@goagray5 3 ай бұрын

@littlelulu5675 too late for what exactly?

@be_a_bright_sparkle3687 7 ай бұрын

My Dad is 100+8months and is exactly like this. He’s an amazing man and a wicked sense of humour. Love this❤

@maibritton2882 7 ай бұрын

I have my mother's last name and realized it was a name given to her from my great grandmother's 3rd husband. I carry his name with so much pride as he loved her when no one else did. It was beautiful to watch Betty explain how she is still on a journey to define herself. I grew up not feeling that men were a necessity because I was surrounded by women that provided for their children. Perspective is everything. Some would say Betty has regrets or a beautiful life. I have been loved, received a higher education, homeless, PTSD and I continue to evolve and find strength in being vulnerable. i think what saddens me is that we all have stories, and everyone is to be celebrated and not thrown away and disregarded.

@giakolou2876 7 ай бұрын

Women and men should provide both for their children.

@jcubed821 7 ай бұрын

@BriefButSpectacular I am so glad Betty was able to speak at her own cadence. It was fascinating to get to really *listen* to someone and have the time to take in what they were saying and what it meant to that person. This is probably the most profound thing I have ever seen on KZbin. It shows what it means to be truly human, in the fullest sense of the word.

@Naiminti 4 ай бұрын

These 13:45 min felt like reading an entire book. Her sincerity, sadness, regrets and strength hit deep inside. I cried. It felt like she was looking inside herself and relieving all the moments that defined her life and choices. Beautiful! Thank you, Betty!

@davidjames9626 4 ай бұрын

So much beauty and clarity plus the pain of existence..when you consider the terrible garbage that pours out of humanity now just listening to this lady is a sobering experience..

@willowwinkle 4 ай бұрын

"I'm happiest when I'm being me. And I don't know who that is." WOW 👏👏 (also this woman is stunning!)

@mahimasingh2105 5 ай бұрын

I am just 19, and today her words taught me a lot !!!!! Hats offff

@FamiliaDeWolff 6 ай бұрын

Minute 2:59 I am already crying . someone else? the depth of her gaze and pauses is very strong

@fierce_love8082 7 ай бұрын

It’s like I’m watching my future self. She has so much wise words. Thank you so much for finding her and recording her story.

@TheBrightestLight5 6 ай бұрын

This woman is soulful and has an incredible amount of depth to be 101. I hope her family feels blessed to have her.

@UR2cute2eat 5 ай бұрын

What a beautiful soul. I can feel how deep her emotions run. May she be blessed with peace and love all of eternity 🌻

@10adides14 6 ай бұрын

The pain in her voice, depth in her wisdom, meaning in her every word! Gosh it makes me cry! I wonder if I could live that long to tell my story or stories of women around me! She's inspiring! My fear is gone about the mid-life crisis that I may or may not have!

@estelle3089 5 ай бұрын

I can‘t believe she‘s 101 (102 now) she‘s stunning! I love the way she talks

@abiola33 6 ай бұрын

She is in IMMACULATE shape. Her voice is beautiful and crystal clear. And her mental sharpness and clarity = chef's kiss. 💙

@HB-dh8xt 7 ай бұрын

What Betty said about "last name" is very profound. Women think changing their last name is their choice but the truth is many feel pressured to or "social norm". But you literally lost a part of your identity and become someone's property. In Betty's case, she lost a bit of her with each name change. I wish more women understand this and stop changing their names

@sharinaross1865 6 ай бұрын

Gosh reminds of a time over 10 years ago where some friends online got into gender wars.

@102483989 6 ай бұрын

But there is no such thing as a female last name even if you don’t get married your last name is from your father.

@DinoBlaxx 6 ай бұрын

Well my friend who had to always keep documents around to prove she is the mother of her own child because she had a different last name. You are defined by who you are not a name. What’s next I don’t like my first name

@HB-dh8xt 6 ай бұрын

@@DinoBlaxx i m married, never changed my name. I travelled with my kids throughout their youngers years.. never had a problem. However it's up to us to change the social norm.. my husband and I don't share the same last name coz we are not related and should never be expected.

@ingeningeningen 5 ай бұрын

The way you speak is like listening to poetry, amazingly beautiful and captivating.

@darlenesmith943 5 ай бұрын

She looks absolutely astounding for someone that is 101!

@doloresvancartier4249 7 ай бұрын

I cried listening to her. I cried.

@nouvel0001 6 ай бұрын

Old age is the worst disease. No active purpose + vacant hours alone with your thoughts & the myriad of problems that old age brings . While family may just be too busy with their own lives to invest their time in you.

@ozdigg9254 5 ай бұрын

@@nouvel0001 "No active purpose + vacant hours occupied by the thoughts of the past" god help you if that's what you think our elders do and have.

@kaydenevideo 5 ай бұрын

“The important thing is never what has gone wrong. What has gone by is gone.” - Betty Reid Soskin. It’s hard for me to reconcile that. So much of my youth has been me ruminating on the things that have gone wrong. But I’m glad she shared that with us, because it opens up my perspective. Perhaps it’s better for me to try and think differently.

@AR-cy7hz 5 ай бұрын

Her voice is so soothing. Unintentional ASMR. And on top of it all, gorgeous, 101, still clear as day! I love this so much

@imaniwilson1848 5 ай бұрын

“Because I could sing things I couldn’t say.” That tugged at my heart strings. 🥲

@lavenderrose786 3 ай бұрын

I feel so much sadness in her memories...now Im stsrting to cry. If i were there in person i would wrap my arms around her and never let her go. This woman is an inspiration to me.

@dawnstrohm5382 4 ай бұрын

Wow, we are all so different. My husband and I have been together since we were 19 years old and he is the greatest joy and best decision that I have ever made in my life. At 64 years of age, he is the only person that truly understands who I am.

@moladhdodhia164 4 ай бұрын

True Soulmates.

@kelleyrc5671 2 ай бұрын

I have been married for 36 years to the person I love most in the world and consider myself hugely privileged

@Youtube_randomnobody 7 ай бұрын

Im going on 5t 9and in my life i have been a daughter, a friend, a girlfriend and a wife. I played the role of friend, kind stranger, sibling, and villain. I knew who i was at 20 but at 30 i wanted nothing to do with her. My 30s were spent killing her off after finding the strength to leave an abusive marriage, after my mother and oldest sister passed. Both had wasted their lives trying to fit into boxes their undeserving husbands created. Both sad and lonely for years because thats what women did. My circle of friends is small and 4 out of 4 women are miserable with their parteners. All four have careers and are fully capable of supporting themselves, emotionally and financially. They hid away the best parts of themselves for fear of being too much, too hard to love. Sad and lonely while laying next to someone with no capacity for true intimacy. I was the 5th until i decided to walk away from a marriage and a life that allowed me to be. To be whatever and whoever i happened to be on any particular day. My husband had no expectations for what i was supposed to be. But that was a double edged sword. He had no expectations because he is incapable of emotional intimacy. No empathy, sympathy or any degree of warmth and support during emotional situations.😢😅 So at 50 it occured to me that if i had needs in a relationship that i didnt have without a relationship that werent being met, why should i continue with that relationship. I moved into a small camper with small living expenses, got a job that leaves me in pain everyday. Havent spoken to my friends and family in a year because i didnt want to hear what any one else thinks is best for me. Still trying to work out whats next but whomever i become will be of my own design. Age is a number, old is a state of mind and we only get one life, hope i can reflect on mine with pride for never letting fear of the unknown chain me to a version of myself i didnt design. I raise my glass to you maam, cheers to the many lives youve made for yourself as well as the lives you will change with this interview!!!

@anaiseaudrey 6 ай бұрын

I have nooooo idea who you are but I am soooooo proud of youuuuuu😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 this is beautiful!!!!

@noloyisomtoko135 6 ай бұрын

Wow

@pujatripathi5017 6 ай бұрын

People judging makes you question your own wit

@thepromises2882 7 ай бұрын

The most powerful thing I've seen in a long time. I married for the first time late in life, but knew emphatically I would not change my last name. Even so, I lost myself. Now after 12 years of marriage, I'm fighting to know myself again, a better and certainly a partly different version from when I married. To regain myself as an individual with specific dreams and desires is a climb. I try not to see the situation as a failure. Even if I leave the relationship, it's a place from which I can grow. It may hurt, all breakups do to some level, and I may even fall, but at least I'm falling upward until I get my self back. This interview was definitely spectacular. Took my breath away. Thank you.

@HB-dh8xt 7 ай бұрын

Glad u didn't change your last name. I wish more women understand it's not about choice.. it's about losing a part of you and become someone's property.

@triggabun 4 ай бұрын

As someone who lost themselves in a relationship, I really feel for you. Relationships for women are by default a hole which you must pour yourself into but can never fill. It's hard to be alone though because everyone wants to be loved but it sucks way worse to lose yourself in the name of being loved. They so far to me seem mutually exclusive for women. Well except Shera who has genuinely realised it is about her and no one else. If you get married to cater to others you are already lost.

@benceseger7748 5 ай бұрын

I hope both of my grandmothers can live as long as possible. I wish this lady a long and happy life ❤️

@beatrizspinellimilani1285 6 ай бұрын

She speaks like it is a poem 😌🙏

@tomjordan5832 4 ай бұрын

She is a blessing to all........Breathtaking......Capt. Tom

@Frankie-h4z 5 ай бұрын

So profound. What a brave way to exist in this world, to feel life this much. With all the emotions. Till the end❤️

@juniorxranger 3 ай бұрын

one of the most powerful interviews ever captured

@jessycaphoenix8152 7 ай бұрын

Miss Betty espouses magnificence, gentility and power all at the same time for me. It seems that all the things that she experienced in life is still embodied in her mind and soul. Thank you for sharing her with us.

@Firebird.1991 3 ай бұрын

She is what you would call in the spiritual realm: A WISE ONE, definitely an advanced/enlightened soul. 🙏

@DianaGudiel-Killen 4 ай бұрын

What a beautiful woman, beautiful soul, and beutiful being. The pain in her eyes is so easy to be seen, and her soul speaks for so many of us out there. May Yahuwah Almighty bless you ma'am and thank you very much for your deep honesty. ❤❤❤❤

@dukeheera3196 4 ай бұрын

I don't why I saw you, but I believe the reason is freedom from within. I'm feeling“ light ”.

@agrimadeswal5779 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Full of passion and emotions.

@BAYBAY_316 3 ай бұрын

My mom is 80 with dementia so to be over 100 and be that clear headed, smart and so wise is so amazing to see and hear. She's 103 as I type this and I hope she breaks the record

@johnnellterrelllyric8166 6 ай бұрын

Her life is a book of poetry that never ends ❤ This is one of the most beautiful, deepest videos I’ve ever seen

@writabrita 7 ай бұрын

Oh god, my tears won't stop.

@shotty79 7 ай бұрын

THANK YOU BETTY!! I listened to every word with an open heart. I must say as a mother I did my best when I was all by myself. Alot of us women just live like the past says we should. We are so much more than that ❤️

@4thandbridge 7 ай бұрын

Words do not capture the admiration I have for Betty. She is a survivor in many ways. An absolutely beautiful, strong, gentle and glowing-from-the-inside, woman. Thank you for sharing the time spent with her.

@ceejaystar3810 7 ай бұрын

Wow this is unbelievably deep!!! Our minds are beautiful and yet so complex

@maydavalle 7 ай бұрын

♥️

@bettinarossi7908 5 ай бұрын

The most profoundly powerful interview by an extraordinary woman! Wow,wow,wow. Thank you Betty..you are magnificent ❣❣❣💚💚💚

@christinealton350 5 ай бұрын

Wow! I guess I'm odd women out. I'm 71 and LOVE being married. True children's are grown but I enjoy my grown children and grandchildren. My husband and I still work, hike a lot lift weights.. Each to his own but it does matter WHO you marry and I was definitely blessed😍😘

@Nick-rs5if 5 ай бұрын

Wow, what a bright and youthful soul, and not just for her years. I am still in my 20's. Respect for the elderly was taught to me throughout my childhood. My mother has been working in elderly care since the 80's, long before I was "on schedule" - so to speak. This reminds me of my last interaction with my great-grandma back in 2009. She had just turned 104 at the time, and sadly would not live past that year. But likewise a very sharp person, able to recall most of her life with near-perfect clarity, though she couldn't walk or do anything of that nature. Having a clear head and friends to share life with is everything I wish for in later years, at least as it stands today. The destination's all the same for us. I think it's the road we take there which ought to matter the most. I hope life's been treating you well Mrs. Reid. Thank you for blessing us with this interview. I wish you many and good years ahead! 😊

@OneWhoKnowz 7 ай бұрын

There is a sadness there that I hope she can reconcile with before she passes on!! She is a sweet soul with lots of lessons and wisdom. 101 that’s some major fortune to live that long!! That’s an awful lot to ask a woman to be😢 really really hit me hard ❤ Such a beautiful soul

@abyssofbliss9255 6 ай бұрын

"I was no longer defined by someone else's name". This brought me to tears! All the buried dreams and burdens that come with it. I am glad she signed herself to freedom and is singing the songs that never could have been a speech. Who doesn't want to hug her? I sincerely hope she will remain well and can do everything she wants to do as Betty.

@Oliviaaaalove 7 ай бұрын

Older women always say : not to marry & THAT IS THE ADVICE IM TAKING ! Thanks Betty! You are a BEAUTIFULLLLL WOMAN !!! Woman to woman I APPRECIATE YOU!! I thank you & I love you

@Youtube_randomnobody 7 ай бұрын

They really do. I tell girls that they need to look up these types of interviews. Because it is impossible to live life on your terms and have interpersonal relationships. You always have to take their wellbeing and opinions into consideration.

@mihaelalotrean662 7 ай бұрын

@KZbin_randomnobody ,if you're married, you can't live life on your own terms?

@sweetlife8891 7 ай бұрын

So many woman say this after marriage… it’s scary

@firstclass2222 7 ай бұрын

Yeah but you have to consider the generation they are from... It was a whole another world

@heatherv7624 7 ай бұрын

Marry if you find someone you love and adore that loves and adores you back equally! Don’t stay in a miserable situation.

@stonemadein 4 ай бұрын

You are so Beautiful Betty! Thank you for helping us walk home

@nicolarollinson4381 6 ай бұрын

Its heartbreaking to witness that she feels her authentic self was lost, I believe, because she has been manipulated by others, all her life. Bless her. Her lips are still full. Rare for an older person

@jsc2991 3 ай бұрын

She looks AMAZING!! I mean she’s is amazing all around. The way she talks and explains her life I love it and I’m thankful that she shared just a bit of herself with us

@TheJohn93226 5 ай бұрын

She is such an amazing and sweet old woman and she looks fantastic for 101 years old!

@sweetsunshineplaytime 4 ай бұрын

What a beautiful heart felt interview. I am truly amazed by her answers I just didn’t want the interview to end.

@elhamellynadimirahimi3837 5 ай бұрын

On my 50th, I completely agree with her! A woman doesn't need to be married to become someone. If I were to come into this world again, I would never marry, and I would put all my energy into pursuing my dreams, which I lost while chasing after men to love me in this life