New York 70 Year Olds Share Advice for Younger Self

We asked New York's elders in their 60s, 70s, and 80s to share advice for their younger self, offer advice to young people, and much more.

If you've ever been interested in hearing about wisdom from those much older than you, this is the video.

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[Sprouht]

What is one piece of advice that YOU would give to your younger self? 💭

[FP]

I’m 65. My financial advice is don’t spend money trying to keep up with others. Forget them and be frugal. And my most import advice is about personal relationships. Pay attention to red flags in people and walk away forever if you see red flags. Doesn’t matter if they are a blood family member, a friend, a spouse or life mate. No, I’m not suggesting walking away if someone is imperfect. We’re all human. But we all know what true red flags are. People don’t change. Love yourself enough to walk away from anyone who aren’t treating you as they should.

[fathimashahjahan]

I have one advice :

Please surround yourself with good people. When you realise someone is expoloiting you emotionally, spiritually, financially cut them away does not matter who they are to you. Life is already really difficulty do not let people you surround yourself with become another warzone. If you do not find good people be alone. Involvement with wrong people willl ruin your peace, money, health and youth. Be brave enough to distance yourself and say no, fight for your happiness and peace.

[Ingrid-sbmy]

It's easy to say "money's not important"...when you have money. Money is VERY important. It gives you power, freedom, options.

[pratikpatil]

Don't take more responsibility than you want to take. Keep life simple!

[tyeishamcbride]

The single guy says he didn’t have kids but lord knows how many kids he impacted as a teacher with his compassion. Great advice from them all ❤

[drew]

Money doesn’t buy happiness but it removes life taking stress and gives you security and the option to create happiness

[jesseeec]

Don’t depend on others for security/happiness. Be happy and secure in your own company

[valerief]

When people show you who they are, believe them. It’s not your job to “fix” them, that’s on them.

[FionaEm]

I'm in my 50s. I'd tell my younger self to listen to her instincts if something felt wrong, and get the hell out 😅 I'd also say, never compromise who you truly are to keep a relationship going because you're scared of losing the other person. If you can't be yourself with them, they're not worth it.

[Stevo-klo]

As a single man in my 30’s; I look at the teacher and married guy giving out all this wisdom. Makes me feel that whichever way I go, I’ll probably still be ok. That goes for everyone in the single boat contemplating which direction to go. If you find yourself wanting a family and partner and can’t find one to want to be with you; it’s not the end of the world. Some of us are destined to be alone, that’s ok.

[zdcxzld]

Therefore:

1. Follow your dreams
2. Keep Life Simple
3. Respect & Be Kind to yourself

[jordanmatthew]

That Pennsylvania Dutch proverb is right: "We grow old too soon and wise too late".
These people are living proof of it.

[jmb]

I agree 100% with the guy who said don't make self-destructive decisions. Lots of people do, especially when they are young, and it is disastrous!

[alphacentauri]

I'm just like that retired teacher sitting on that bench in the sense that I wholeheartedly believe that you shouldn't take on more responsibilities than you want to. Don't do stuff to keep up with others, or to please your parents, etc., but do what you want to do. Life is too short to live someone else's life.

[Notyourplainjane]

My dad just WhatsApp me mins ago and gave me some golden nuggets too, I thought I ll share.

“Hi sweetie, always remember that grapes need to crushed to make wine, diamonds form under pressure, seeds grow in darkness . So whenever you feel crushed, under pressure or in darkness, you are in a powerful place for transformation and growth . trust the process .. Big hugs . Dad”

[MackMittenzTV]

“Invest into yourself” is the biggest gem I took from this! … you have to look out for you at the end of the day and realize no one is coming to save you or give you anything. You have to be passionate and consistent in whatever it is you’re pursuing. 🙏🏾

[xtmieks]

I am 78 years old. My advice is to always be kind to everyone. You never know what a person is going through or has gone through. Above all love Jesus and live for Him.

[philipdefrancisco]

Don't feel the need to have tons of friends. Appreciate Yourself. It is far easier than getting others to appreciate you! Be comfortable with yourself and your lifestyle (unless you are hurting others). Do not need the approval of others.

[mariesheriff]

You are so lucky that you are healthy and can enjoy life
I'm 71 too, born in 1953. Just don't let the curse of cancer strike you and puts you out of everything in your life. So, don't take life for granted. I didn't when I was diagnosed with Stage 2 HER2 positive breast
Cancer in March 2023😢 I'm a fighter and survivor !!!