Senior Advice for Those in the Fast Lane

 “For it is in giving that we receive.” Francis of Assisi 

Life can surprise you. The very gift I meant to give away, I received back in abundance.

Last week, I spoke at our community senior center birthday luncheon. The topic was: Aging with Attitude. My goal (as always) was to inspire the guests to greatness. I wanted each one to know they were important. Their lives matter and I believe each one has a great contribution to give the world, no matter their age.

At the end of my talk, I gave a challenge to my listeners. I said: “Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give yourself at the age of 47? OR what experience have you had that I need to know about.”

The answers were riveting. Along with many pages of advice to their 47 year-old selves, some wrote heart-touching letters to my teenage boys whom they had never met. One gentlemen told his story as a circus performer in the Wenatchee Youth Circus at the World Fair in Seattle in 1962!

Here is one of my favorite letters!

On that note, I am going to go floss my teeth and get ready to check off another hike on my summer list of places to explore (with a good pair of shoes of course!). What about you? What advice could you take? What advice would you give?

Your life is a gift to give back to the world. When you give your life away, you will be amazed at what happens next!

I would love to hear your thoughts on, Senior Advice for Those in the Fast Lane. Please don’t hesitate to share your stories or comments below. If I can encourage you through coaching or prayer, please connect with me.

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Angela