retirement, aging, living

I retired at 61, death is ten to thirty years away, maybe less, maybe more.

In the middle of winter I at last discovered that there was in me an invincible summer.

Return to Tipasa - Albert Camus (1953)

The most common emotion people feel about getting old is surprise.

Martha Beck • The Stunning Surprise of Age—and the Overwhelming Gratitude That Comes Along With It - Martha Beck

Aging joyfully isn’t a new concept, nor is it a marketing scheme; it’s just a trend in human nature. According to a 2011 Gallup survey, people’s sense of well-being was the highest in childhood and old age.

Amanda R. Martinez • Many People Have A Fear Of Aging; These Helpers Ask: What If We Aged With Joy Instead?

via Dreams and ideals by Grace Farrington Gray

Dean Swift = Johnathan Swift

via Dreams and ideals by Grace Farrington Gray

Aging well does not mean having no setbacks, no loss of mobility, or no medical conditions. Our happiness depends on our attitude and how we handle the inevitable challenges we encounter. Despite the various losses that older individuals experience, research has shown that we tend to become happier and happier as we move through our 60s, 70s and 80... See more

Katharine Esty • Aging Well in an Era of Uncertainty

Horace on aging:

Horace frequently reflected on aging in his works, addressing its inevitability, challenges, and wisdom. He approached the topic with a blend of resignation, humor, and philosophical acceptance, often influenced by the teachings of Epicureanism and Stoicism. Here are some key insights Horace provides about aging:

1️⃣ Inevitability of

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