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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

About the only thing that makes me feel good at 68 yrs. old, is that I have been married to my DH for 33 yrs,  he is my best friend and we are still in love!  I'd be lost without him!

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

I feel good in knowing that at my age, I finally realized that I am good enough just the way I am!  I never had any confidence or self esteem, never felt I had any positive qualities.  Now, I know that I am just fine the way I am.  There will always be people who are smarter, better looking, have a better figure, more money, better education,etc., but accepting who you are and appreciating all the good qualities you possess --- I'm finally at that point!  Granted, I still don't have a lot of confidence and have a hard time accepting compliments, but nevertheless, I know that I'm a good person.  I genuinely care for others and try to not be judgmental or harsh.  Self-acceptance!  I know that comparing yourself to others is a recipe for disaster.  My level of success will be different from your level of success.  

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

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@SeaMaiden We all think of these things and it is so good to hear others' points of view! Thank you!

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

I feel good about:

 

Not looking or feeling my age.

Being married to my darling for 38 years

Keeping a beautiful home that gives me great pleasure everyday

Having lifelong friends that love me

Being positive and trying to find the good in life

The dogs and cats that I have had for the last 25 years

Finally be able to say NO and meaning it......Smiley Very Happy

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

That I'm not old enough to answer!

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?


@Regal Beewrote:

I feel good about:

 

Not looking or feeling my age.

Being married to my darling for 38 years

Keeping a beautiful home that gives me great pleasure everyday

Having lifelong friends that love me

Being positive and trying to find the good in life

The dogs and cats that I have had for the last 25 years

Finally be able to say NO and meaning it......Smiley Very Happy


@Regal Bee  That is lovely! All such nice things to be grateful for!

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

I'm 63 and what makes me feel good:

 

I'm in good health, wonderful husband, married 40 years this May, 2 terrific children, out on their own & good friends and at the end of the day, a good glass of wine!!!!

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

I’m not yet 60, but sure have enjoyed reading this thread. It’s given me a lot to think about. 😊

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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

@blackhole99

 

I am just now reading your comment to me (3rd post after original post)

 

I am sure that I had what some would consider a “normal” childhood. From the outside mine looked like a gum commercial...I was told by a good friend.

”Who wants gum?” All in family raised their hands.

”I do, I do!”

In their later years, after I left, dysfunctions surfaced.

~Have a Kind Heart, Fierce Mind, Brave Spirit~
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Re: Those Over 60: What makes you *feel good* about yourself?

That I treat others with respect as I want to be treated. I am kind, have empathy and consideration of others. It all comes back to you. Also I do have a strong faith that I show with my actions. I normally don’t share myself but thought it was a great discussion.