Lecture Notes

Discussion on Age and Life Experiences

Worst Things About Being Young

• Lots of homework
• Ambivalence: it's both good and bad

Worst Things About Being Old

• Inability to do things done when younger
• Body stiffness and pain
• Higher likelihood of sickness

Wishes Regarding Age

• Wishing to be older: Independence (buying things, marriage)
• Wishing to be younger: More time, imaginative play (e.g., Cowboys and Indians)

Love and Relationships

• Future love: Uncertainty but hopeful (having babies, dealing with crying)
• Current love: Family (Mom, Dad)
• Past love: Late love, partner passed away
  • Importance of memories and living with those good memories

Life Advice

• From older speaker to younger:
  • Happiness doesn't require wealth
  • Do things you enjoy to stay happy
  • Personal happiness affects others' happiness
• From younger to older:
  • Act normal, don't be silly; avoid bullying
  • Support friends

General Advice

• Be yourself; don't let others dictate your actions
• Maintain good friendships for a successful life