Wise Ol' Boomer Shares 32 Gems of Wholesome Wisdom, Making Him Everyone's Grandpa Now

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Jesse Kessenheimer • Writer and Editor
Mar 24, 2024 5:00 PM EDT

Getting older makes you realize that your grouchy old neighbor growing up had every right to be cranky. With creaking bones, aching skin, a receding hairline, and perhaps a touch of memory loss, aging is a frustrating part of life that's tough to manage with grace. However, there are a delightful few elegant elderly folks who have nailed this whole 'getting old and wise' thing. 

Meet Louie, a 72-year-old prize-winning Boomer who just went viral for a wholesome collection of hard-earned wisdom. For his 72nd birthday, instead of unwrapping gifts, he decided to impart a list of life's greatest hacks on the listless generations below. Not only are Louie's ideas concise and clear, but there's something in this list that can speak to everyone who's stuck in a pinch. Although he may be grey-haired and a little slower, Louie's seeming infinite kindness and wholesome wisdom nuggets are sure to brighten anyone's day… And perhaps even change their life. 

Scroll onward to read some timeless advice from a man who's 'been there' and 'done that'.

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    10. People aren't thinking about you as much as you think. 11. Being grateful is a cheat s 12. Write your life plan with ppiness. (Especially today.) as an eraser. choose it for you. 13. Choose your own path 14. Never say, I'll never... 15. Not all advice 16. Be the first 17. The expen lasts a life 18. Don't say tten quickly. The experience n't say to someone else.
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    Posted by u/DaCmanLou 1 I turned 72 today Here's 32 things I've learned that I hope help you in your journey:
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    1. It's usually better to be nice than right.
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    2. Nothing worthwhile comes easy.
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    3. Work on a passion project, even just 30 minutes a day. It compounds.
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    4. Become a lifelong learner (best tip).
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    5. Working from 7am to 7pm isn't productivity. It's guilt.
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    6. To be really successful become useful.
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    7. Like houses in need of repair, problems usually don't fix themselves.
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    8. Envy is like drinking poison expecting the other person to die.
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    9. Don't hold onto your "great idea" until it's too late.
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    10. People aren't thinking about you as much as you think.
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    11. Being grateful is a cheat sheet for happiness. (Especially today.)
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    12. Write your life plan with a pencil that has an eraser.
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    13. Choose your own path or someone will choose it for you.
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    14. Never say, I'll never...
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    15. Not all advice is created equal.
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    16. Be the first one to smile.
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    17. The expense of something special is forgotten quickly. The experience lasts a lifetime. Do it.
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    18. Don't say something to yourself that you wouldn't say to someone else.
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    19. It's not how much money you make. It's how much you take home.
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    20. Feeling good is better than that "third" slice of pizza.
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    21. Who you become is more important than what you accomplish.
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    22. Nobody gets to their death bed and says, I'm sorry for trying so many things.
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    23. There are always going to be obstacles in your life. Especially if you go after big things.
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    24. The emptiest head rattles the loudest.
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    25. If you don't let some things go, they eat you alive.
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    26. Try to spend 12 minutes a day in quiet reflection, meditation, or prayer.
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    27. Try new things. If it doesn't work out, stop. At least you tried.
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    28. NEVER criticize, blame, or complain.
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    29. You can't control everything. Focus on what you can control.
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    30. If you think you have it tough, look around.
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    31. It's only over when you say it is.
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    32. One hand washes the other and together they get clean. Help someone else.
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    If you're lucky enough to get up to my age, the view becomes more clear. It may seem like nothing good is happening to you, or just the opposite. Both will probably change over time.
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    I'm still working (fractionally), and posting here, because business and people are my mojo. I hope you find yours. Onward! Louie
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    MissSassifras1977 1 day ago At 47 I've learned that being kind is a bit of a super power. It's always good to make someone else feel seen and heard. Happy birthday Louie! I hope it's a great one.
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    . furcryingoutloud 1 day ago I'm 60. And I would only add two things to this list. 1- Learn to control your expectations. Misplaced expectations cause more problems than people think.
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    2- Learn to control your emotions. If you don't, someone else always will. Thank you Lou. Your effort on this list is a thing of beauty.
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