If You Want to Live Life to the Fullest - Here's Where to Look!
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- How to live life to the fullest in your sixties? In this video I invite you to shift your perspective and explore the profound realm of inner fulfilment. Happiness does not live with outside stimulation or external possessions. Instead it is all about going within.
Discover the transformative power of gazing inward, aligning with your values, and embracing the desires of your heart. Join us as we delve into the art of self-honesty and show you how to find true happiness by tapping into your authentic self. It's time to unlock the secrets to living a life of purpose and boundless joy from the inside out.
#findingpurpose #retirement #agingbeautifully
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We love U a lot. We are all sisters.
I feel with you the days or mornings that I think of my life as being alone. Most of the time I wake up happy and grateful that I’m at the stage of life that I live happy. My partner passed away 3 years ago and as I was the caregiver I’m truly at a place that I need to be. My guardian angels are guiding me through this last stage of life. I’m going to be 79 next month and most of my few friends are 10 years younger and I relate to them more than people my age. All said and done, I’m happy!!!!
Very inspiring Barbara! Thank you for your inspiration.
I feel the same way about being lonely. It is hard to make friends when you get older. I joined a craft group that meets at the library once a week. Honestly it is my favorite time of the week and I look forward to it immensely. Most of the women knit or crochet. I needle felt animals but I'm there for the companionship. The two hours fly by. I wish I could go there every day. I haven't made any close friends from the group yet but I hope to start spending time with a few of them outside of the group.
I love the way you're so honest and real with us.
💯 agree ❤
Thank you for being you. I am over80. A recent widow and have had 4 surgeries within the past year. I am healing from a total shoulder replacement and your words pick me up, I was an artist and I sure hope I will get the use of my arm ❤
I hope your healing goes well and that you are able to use your arm!
Yes, we are pulling for you!
Me too ❤
@@grumander5378 Dear Ruth. I AM 88 y.o. , had to use my rt. hand to lift my lt. arm. But had stem cell Rx. (to avoid surgery) and now have full use of my lt .arm !
I'm happily flapping both my wings !
I love that you don't care the necklace is missing stones! Great topic.
Loneliness is the one piece of being newly retired that is really hard to make peace with. Yes, I am trying to meet new people and getting out etc etc. but there are many hours and days when I am on my own and wish I could let go of the deep longing that is loneliness and embrace solitude. Really challenging. Time for another cuppa.
Hi Cathy - i retired almost a year ago; I think that the best thing I did (after about 4 or 5 months of just acclimatising) - was to find my local seniors exercise class at the local community centre - I now do 4 classes like these around town over 3 days. The difference has been enormous. Some people stay for a coffee and chat afterwards - nothing too deep - but it’s a connection that has become extremely important to me - the rest of my week fits around this and I’m more energised and upbeat to get myself out and about. I feel a drop in my mood at the end of 3 days away but I know that ‘tomorrow, I’ll be recharged’ after my class (and a catch up with everyone) - it’s just a lovely atmosphere - nothing heavy - something to hang the rest of your week on - make plans around - find out what people have been up to - learn stuff on the grapevine (like feedback from solo holidays, reviews of local trades people etc.) - then I really get to enjoy my solo time too. It’s always better to have plans for the week ahead rather than just drift. Another thing I’ve started recently is doing something different, just for the sake of it and recording this. It sounds weird but just trying a new product, or fruit, or coffee shop or route or changing up your routine shakes things up a bit and makes you feel more alive and with it! Thank you for posting - I empathised with what you wrote; I just wanted to share what changed things so positively for me - maybe for you it would be something else that sparks you up - good luck and I wish you well 😊
I just turned 65 and Margaret you are inspiring and comforting. I am still working and quite active… I’ve been a mother daughter sister and friend … was married but have been divorced for many years. i like your suggestions to look inside and really think of some of the things you want to do … as sill as they may seem … mine is to visit a donkey farm, and this summer to take a road trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Loneliness and depression are hard. I've been feeling more depressed lately. I need more human interaction but I find friends are hard to find. I hope you have a lovely time visiting your family Margaret. 😊
I get lonely sometimes. I’m a widow and lost my wonderful dog Molly recently. I really don’t feel like doing much since I’ve lost my husband of 53 years, my son at 52 and my dog in less than 2 years. I make myself do things and feel better. It’s tough though.
God bless xx
Hugs
Take care❤
((Hugs))
So sorry for your losses. Be kind to yourself.
Sending you lots of love sister Margaret.
Oh, Margaret, I choked up when you said you woke up feeling lonely. Hugs 💐💖❤
I’m learning to think with intention I’m paying attention to how my heart and soul feels.. I’m finally looking inside and seeing me , rather then opinions of other or thoughts.
It truly is our time , i no longer let people stereotype me .
Most of the time we stand in our own way , takes courage but babysteps will take us a long way .
It’s never to late , I’m 73 now more and more doors have opened , today I’m brave enough to walk through them .. we are enough:)
I love your positivity in life, thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙏🏽
@@chriskozak4966 thank you Chris . Xx
Well said ,I'm at the beginning of retirement and truthfully it feels quite scary.. hoping like yourself that many other doors will open up.Thank you for sharing,❤
You are getting me to wear more jewelry! I am 73 and need it! Carole
Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. I am 62 years old and work from home...not by choice. Also none of my friends like to go thrift store shopping or wearing makeup. They don't like to travel either. So I have scheduled a solo trip to Europe next month. Even though I am grateful and excited to go, I can't help but think that I will be alone. I will be going to Paris and Amsterdam. Amsterdam will be new for me. Yiu know what I am going to do? Go to charity shops and also buy local brands of makeup!! 😊. Life is too short to sit around and wait for others. I recently had a cancer scare and blessed to be healthy.
Thank you for letting me know that I am not alone when I feel lonely.
I wish that I could sit with you and have a cup of hibiscus tea. You and Sixty and Me are a continuing source of inspiration to live well in my 60's and beyond!
sometimes being alone is great,,, I have family close by and dont spend too many days alone unless my daughter and grandson is on vacation,,, but I love being home alone so much of the time,,, i like staying in bed til i feel like getting up,,, or eating when i want to eat or skip eating if i am not hungry,,,, i remember when my house was full of kids and teenagers and i am greatful for these quiet times when i have them
YES ! I think being alone is great (Most of the time ) Got my Books, my Animals and my TEA !
Txs for being so vulnerable and sharing your feelings so openly!! It is very helpful to know others feel like I do some days! ❤ It is challenging living on one's own. I appreciate you and your videos about dealing with difficult feelings. Take care and be gentle with yourself! When I feel lonely I find it helpful to reach out to a friend or someone I know by phoning them and having a chat. 😊 Usually they also appreciate having a good chat too!! ❤ Then you both have a brighter day!
Thank you for your honest reflections
Thank you. Just what I needed to hear. I got myself worked up in a negative way about my debt. A friend called, I met him at the gym and watched you. It's all in perspective now, and I will calmly figure out solutions. Action, not reaction. ❤
I love what you do for women and I also love your necklace! Getting dressed and adorning our bodies with things that make us feel good, special, and that we love and admire is good self care and also a good way to use creative energy to express ourselves and the way we want to look and feel for any given day.
Your energy is uplifting 🥰 I am alone most of the time.
I found this by chance and most of what you said resonated with me. I retired 6 years ago and have since had to deal with a heavy emotional, financial and distressing circumstance. The effect has been to rob me of my joy- that even when I go away, I return home with a sense of dread. But I have decided to return to work again and am starting this week, not teaching but supporting vulnerable children. I know that I still have more to give and need to have perspective back, as well as just getting out there and learning, making new friends. I'm in bed at the moment, having just had a tooth extracted, so have just been browsing to distract myself from the discomfort - but it has been a good moment to simply rest and browse. Thank you Margaret for those thoughts.
I know that restless feeling of sometimes not wanting to stay home or come home. And I live in a beautiful place in Hawaii! Thanks for your open honesty.
You are the bright spot of my day! 👍🏻
Thank you for being so real - So refreshing
You’re amazing and appreciated … you understand 60 so very well and all of us! 🌹
Margaret glad you are doing your tea again. Love the necklace.. Have fun with family.
I'm not at all happy where I am now, Margaret. But, at this point in life, you can't just "change your life", as they say. It's just not possible. I am often very lonely. When I was younger, I thought anything was possible. Thank you for sharing with us your feelings of loneliness and isolation; many of us are going through the very same. There are things that didn't happen for me, family estrangement, lost loved ones, financial issues..so many regrets. I made many mistakes, and now, I truly am too old to start over. It is what it is. Thank you so much..please know how much you are appreciated and loved! Hugs. Rosemarie 🩷
Hi Rosey I feel the same way. You don't happen to live in the Los Angeles area do you? I have too much free time on my hands. I volunteer twice a week and do a craft group on one day. The rest of the time I don't know what to do with myself.
No.. unfortunately, I live in NY. No more friends; they've either passed on, or are no longer in my life. I wish I lived closer! 🩷🌻
@@roseyc.5846 I think this happens to a lot of us. We lose contact with our "work friends". We don't have the opportunity to make new friends. I have been so lonely and bored since I retired last summer that I can't stand it. I don't have anything to look forward to, money is tight, and I spend most of my time alone. Where do we go from here?
Thanks for your uplifting videos Margaret.. look forward to them every week…oh & love the necklace!😍
I'm sorry you are feeling lonely this morning. Hope you will make a tea date with someone to make that one on one connection. I'm pretty much house bound but this morning we went out. Just to the vet but it was a good trip. We're frienfs with our vet and one of the ladies who work the front desk. We had fun - both of them took time to visit with us, play with our 6 mo old kitten. We had fun together. I've come to the conclusion that the oler I get, the more easily I'm entertained. LOL. Simple things, like a visit to see the vet turned into a visit with friends. I like your necklace and it looks good on you with that top. You really do have the skill to pick out jewelry that just suits you. Have a great rest of your day. Remember that you are loved snd appreciated greatly. Judy from Missouri USA
I do like the necklace. There are so many things I’d like to do but I would have to do it alone and I have a fear of being alone in strange situations. Maybe some day I will get out of my shell.
Margaret, You are one of the most genuine people I have seen on you tube in quite a while. Just listening to you speak is enjoyable and inspiring. And I love your accent.
I always enjoy your perspective! Also, I am so glad you are sharing your tea choices! That is so you!
I felt a little sorry for you today. When you said you hadn't spoken to anyone. But I think you know how to deal with the situation. I loved your precious necklace. You looked lovely today. Have a happy time in the UK
.you have to be lonely sometimes to realise when you are not. The same as being unhappy only to know when you are happy. X Dorothy from Scotland.
Thank you for your Scottish advice. I’m 1/4 Scottish from the Lindsay clan, and I love the idea we have to be lonely to realize we’re not. Thx for commenting!
Hi Margaret this is Pearl from Canada 🤗your topic hit a nerve😂 Loneliness. I think as we get older it becomes a challenge more everyday. Physical contact or face-to-face interaction is the most difficult to replace. Thanks for the encouragement we all can use it😂🤗❤️😉
Beautiful necklace. I love how u are able to uplift even when you are feeling a bit under🤗🤗
Love the newsletter and your videos. God bless you.
I love your video. I love your necklace as well. One of my favorite pastimes, other than solo camping, is rummaging through thrift shops looking for records. Its always thrilling to find not only a favorite like Dean Martin or Nat king Cole, way before my time i need to note, but discovering new favorites like Mahalia Jackson, Sons of the pioneers, Jerry Vale.. im a sucker for Italian love songs. Yes, I am lonely. I adopted a little dog I named her Liberty and we spend all our time together and share all these experiences. I truly believe God sent her to me... 🐕
I love going through thrift shops looking for vinyl records also. Especially The Monkees The Beatles The Beach Boys and Barry Ryan. Oh my gosh , he was just so gorgeous. This past time makes me so happy. I have two rescue cats. I talk to them all the time. So pleased you have your little dog. LOVE FROM AUSTRALIA.
I had to Google Barry Ryan and his is cute! I loved the monkey's too. Do you remember when you could get their record on a box of cereal? Howdy from Texas 🤠
Love the necklace!
Treasure I found recently: Sixty and Me and Margaret! Thank you for keeping it real and sharing your experience of loneliness. The way forward is inward. Love to all.
Have recently discovered your community and am finding it very comforting and helpful. Thank you.x
Hi Margaret, I recently had to start using a walking frame bc of an injury to my spine incurred while nursing and it's made me feel a bit lonelier as people have started treating me as if I'm invisible. It can hurt knowing that people now think I'm useless or 'past it' even though I'm otherwise well & look after my Mum 24/7. So please don't ignore people with physical disabilities (I know you wouldn't Margaret) - It's not their brains that are disabled! - Love you, Libby 🌻
I praise you for taking care of your Mom. I have quit walking with a friend after most everyday of the week for 40 years due to hip injury, I never dreamed this would happen. Could be alot worse, but makes me depressed. 😢
@@kathybates1751 I know how you feel Kathy - yes I feel a bit depressed when I see people racing past me when I'm using my walking frame & I think I used to run around town like that. But at least we're not in wheelchairs - that would be so much worse. Sitting at an outdoor coffee shop in the sun makes me feel more normal though. God bless you love🌷
Lovely post Libby. You are a wonderful kind person, caring for your Mum.
@@doloresaquines1529 Thank you.🌷
I am in the right place on many levels.
I feel this is a blessing
I still have issues( money or lack of lol)
But life is good and I’m grateful
And I love your videos, you always brighten my day
I am new to your channel and i wanted to say, if it helps anyone, that if one feels down and or lonely in the mornings it's often because our seratonin levels are at their lowest first thing. I notice i feel quite flat and have a bit of " Oh! Another day, how will i fill it?" on first getting up. However once I'm up & about things seem to get better. Love the necklace btw 😊
Thanks for reminding me to live life to the fullest. Seeing your fabulous finds at the charity shops makes me want to get out and search for treasures. 💕 Elaine Craig
Hi I love your necklace, and all of them. You have wonderful subjects to talk about. Thank you so much
You are so welcome!
Margaret u are so realistic!
Such a great message. Thanks Margaret. Beautiful necklace.
I found a Patricia Nash beach/sailing bracelet. It was on clearance!
Thank you, Margaret. I love your necklace and the encouragement you speak. God bless you🩷
Good and timely video for me, Margaret! Thank you. I lost my husband a month ago, we were retired, and I will be wading through the settling of our affairs and our property. It's going to take a while, and I'm placing one foot in front of the other daily. But I have been thinking along the way of the things you have mentioned today and must consider where I want my life to be in a year or two. I am never bored and have several hobbies and interests. I have always enjoyed any alone time I have. I can better express myself and my skills in those quiet, peaceful timesI have two wonderful adult children and grandchildren as welI. I am looking forward to some positive and interesting changes as I move forward. Nevertheless, I can relate to your thoughts and feelings when spending time alone. I wish you the best, Margaret!💕💜
I enjoy exploring my creativity with new projects such as embroidery, crochet, paper crafts, watercolor painting, coloring, etc. It feeds my soul to work with color, texture and form to express what I envision in my thoughts.
Enjoyed your message and your new necklace
Wow! Love the necklace. when I saw your video come up, I thought "oh I wonder what necklace Margaret is wearing today?" I never expected that he he. It's beautiful. I love things whimisical and out of the box so I thought one day for fun you should wear it with a matching Tiara. thank you for your honesty Margaret. Loneliness can come at the most unexpected times.
Thank you for your wonderful videos. Like many commentors, i am a recent widow and learning a new way. You have made me vocus on thriving in a new life, embrace the differences. I can't get back what i had. But i don't want to be totally alone for the rest of it. Love to you, Margaret!
I’ve just watched your videos about your life and how you embraced change. Your story is inspiring. I’m 65 and my husband passed away 2 years ago. I’m in the process of making a decision to sell my house and downsize not sure if will rent or buy. The thought of moving scares me your channel is helping me to find what is right. I’m learning to accept change I have to.
Hi. Really enjoying your channel! Thank you for all the great content
Hi Margaret,
I want you to know that I appreciate all that you do for the women signing on to Sixty and Me. Honestly, I sign on when I jump on the treadmill and it’s like a friend is talking to me and trying to comfort and inspire me to be everything I want to be. Thank you, again! Your Friend, Wendy
Thanks for sharing Wendy - i really appreciate your lovely words and support!
Thank you for the video today. I,too, am feeling lonelier than usual lately.
Margaret, I know how you felt that day. My heart goes out to you. Just know that you are cherished, appreciated & loved! Ana (North Carolina)
Well said, agree 💯❤
Someone told me recently that they have decided that the hard things weren't going away. I thought about that and decided that some things won't be different right now. I quit fussing about those things and just know that I'm ok anyway. When I think about what my life is and who I am, I can live in relative peace. Now Margaret, if you get lonely you can call me. I'd love that.
I've missed the cup of tea chat, glad you've added it back.
Thank you Margaret. I could really relate to this 1. I have been lonely most of the time since covid. I don't know what happened there with the working from home and all that but it really kind of messed with me. Trying to find a way forward and I know that forward that way is leaving behind this place I've lived in for so long. The city doesn't suit me anymore. It hasn't been a long. I have lived and Baltimore, saint Louis, Columbia Missouri, Cleveland Ohio, and it and Atlanta Georgia. Time to go someplace else.
Great video!
Funny you should mention this .... I was just having this conversation with my Neice the other day. I've decided to get back into traveling and I was feeling lonely the other day. I've lost my closest girlfriends which upsets me because I have no one to converse with. As I said, I'm getting back into traveling and will be making the best of it.
Travel is so refreshing, inspiring and joyous 😊 unfortunately I have to keep an eye on my funds.alot of time,it dictates.Great to be blest till present with health and strength.. very thankful ❤
I went out for lunch with friends recently and it was an uncomfortable reminder that one of us is missing. It's been 4 months since our friend passed, totally unexpected and, although I'm not lonely in general, I'm missing her very much. I know it's awful, but now I look at our group and wonder, who's next? It's terrible to focus on that instead of being thankful for the time we did have with our friend and the time ahead with the rest of our group, but that's just how I feel at this point. It's probably just part of the grieving process. I love your necklace btw and I would never have noticed anything missing if you hadn't pointed it out. I hope your feelings have buoyed since you made this video.
When I get the urge to go, go, go, I get the Coast liner bus around the coast. The buses are almost always double deckers. The views of the sea and the countryside are spectacular. I have interesting chats with other passengers too sometimes. The are lots of birds and animals to see too. Lots of villages with interesting buildings and churches. I live alone with three cats and love it. Lots of peaceful alone time. Poor wake mood I get often, I have a routine with my phone til I feel better. Thank you for your video.
Wow I love your❤ experience ..I do take bus rides before pandemic very cautious now ..Enjoy I usually do ..😊
Lovely thought,must try it, hopefully the sun will shine as a bonus 😊 Thank you for sharing ❤
Thank you for this honest video! It's hard to be vulnerable, but helpful so others know they aren't alone. When I'm feeling down or pessimistic (not my normal state), I have a few coping methods. First is to get out in nature and walk. Being outside, breathing fresh air, feeling the sunshine, and seeing what's in bloom always inspire me. Another is reading a very old favorite book, The Magic of Thinking Big, by David J. Schwartz. Although it's dated, the basic premise has held for more than 50 years. It always pumps me up and gets me headed in the right direction. A third technique is to volunteer or help others in some way. Give of your time, your talents, and your resources (if you have extra) to help someone in need. Whenever I help others, I feel doubly blessed. Best regards to all.
Hoping you have a good trip/visit to the UK.
Good Day Margaret, I hope you feel well tomorrow 😊
Hi just want to say I've only just found your wonderful videos,& really enjoy them, love the topics you cover,& the honesty ,plus love the make up tutorials really inspiring me to try more products & I'm enjoying the changes it's made thank you it's made a great difference,& so helpful thank you, really look forward to seeing your videos 💕xxx
Thank you so much!
I will love by my self.
Love that you are back doing the cup of tea. Like the idea of sitting having a cuppa with you 🙏❤️
Again it’s like you are in my head! I’ve been feeling so blue lately and I’m just not sure what it is that is bothering me. You spoke what I am feeling so much of lately and I’m not sure how to get out of this funk. You are so open and genuine that I wish we could meet up at the corner cafe for tea some afternoon. You allowed me to ID those feelings so I can do something about it. Thank you!!!
Thank you for your warm authenticity and honesty Margaret!
I love the tea time. I drink tea and listen to your video
Thank you Margaret, you always give me something to think about. Much love from New Zealand x
I do appreciate your honesty and positivity
You know we're just lucky Mrs Margaret still posting hear I have no complaints I'll be happy 😊❤💝❤to hear her when ever she get here thanks, Bev,🤩
yes you desribed me you're gorgeous that color is great on you.
Hello from the USA.
Wonderful thought-provoking video. Thank you Margaret❤
Hi Margaret... your necklace was a great find. Thrifting is the way to go where ever we live. 🙂
The treasure I’ve found recently is YOU Margaret! 🥰. Thanks for all you do
You are so welcome thank you,Dianne
Good morning & beautiful necklace! I’m a happy person & I choose to be every day..can’t wait to see what comes my way each and every day..there’s so much joy in life, we just have to look for it…also, I have so much to do that I don’t know what boredom is…once in awhile, I turn on UA-cam & relax …life is good..
That's the secret, choosing to be happy every day 🥰 l love it
Hi Margaret. I'm new to your channel and I am so encouraged by all of the comments. I have been following you for a while on social media and receiving your newsletter. I still work but will be stopping in a couple of years. Your videos are very helpful in my transition. Thank you and thanks to all those who love this platform. ❤
I love your necklace treasure! I adore thrift stores!
You are a treasure! TY for your share.
Tea is one of life’s great lubricants. My electric kettle has temps for each blend: delicate, green , white, etc. One of my self care treats is deciding which brew is going to start my day🫖 Being 71, I’m growing into a don’t sweat the small stuff mind set- a definite shift my pre-retirement hyper scheduled, overwrought worn out self.
Hi from Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦! I love your channel Margaret. You touch on so many topics we can all relate to. Enjoy your visit with family!
Even though I lived with my husband over 45 years I still feel lonely. I love my husband, but he and I have different interests. He loves sports I love traveling and the arts. The majority of the people I loved have died and I miss them. I have accepted their lost but yet it’s so hard finding people who I can talk to that can offer stimulating conversations. I retired to a different state from New York City that offers no mass transportation and requires you you drive to get around , but as much as I try driving it terrified me. My husband doesn’t drive either so we are left at the mercy of others if we need to get around. I did join a senior citizen center and take advantage of their day trips and zoom classes that interest me. I wish I wasn’t afraid of driving because if I did I would volunteer, take classes at the local colleges, seek people with the same interests, visit museums, galleries and libraries. All of the above mentioned you need to drive a car to get around and Uber or other car services are too expensive for me. I hope this doesn’t read as excuses or complaining, because every day I seek and pray for a change.
I love watching your videos. It makes me feel part of a community.
Hi Margaret! I always appreciate your thoughts on life. Sometimes we can be in a houseful of people and feel loneliness. But it’s always good to self evaluate when we feel thes feelings ❤💄
Well said,❤ self evaluate! How true.
Hello Margaret I’ve been watching from North Carolina and I just retired to starting my own business and spending more time with family. While the business starts I found a remote side gig. I am working on maintaining daily health and task routines to stay active.I LOVE your channel!
Hello Margaret,
Very nice to see you I really enjoy watching your videos
Debra
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Margaret. I truly believe that looking in what your heart’s desire & acknowledging it in an honest way is one of the keys to solving our challenges in life. Loneliness is part of life we need to accept it but not to stay there long. Creativity of the mind will transform us to happiness; doing our interests whether singing, dancing, reading books, arts & crafts, traveling, etc will take up our time & there’s no need to feel sad, lonely & depressed.
Hello, I hope you're safe over there? I hope this year brings happiness, prosperity, love , and peace all over the world 🌏. I would love us to be good friends in honesty and in trust so as time goes on it will bring something great for us in the future, hope you don't mind? I'm Johnson Gabriel from Oslo Norway, where are you from if I may ask??❤
I love listening to you Margaret. I feel like I’m having coffee with you ❤️❤️
Your videos have really helped me start to navigate my 60s.
Thanks for the encouragement. I do like the necklace.
Hi Margaret...I really enjoy your programs. Thanks so much!