47 Timeless Life Lessons from the Elderly

What a Lifetime of Experience Can Teach Us

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Love them or hate them, older people have experienced more life than most of us can imagine.

They’re a hidden treasure trove of knowledge and wisdom that often goes unnoticed by society.

While the world has changed a lot since their younger years, much of their advice still has unwavering relevance in today’s time, some more so than ever.

So what do we have to learn from them?

What can they teach us about life and how to grab ahold of something during these turbulent times?

Here are 47 life lessons from the older generation.

Career and Finance

1. Invest in a career that gives you a sense of purpose — not just money.
2. Start saving for retirement as early as possible.
3. Learn to live within your means.

“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” — Confucius

1. Be bold and ask for a raise.
2. Choose a career you enjoy.