Seriously: What constitutes a life well-lived?
 

As we approach the twilight of our lives it is easy to reflect upon the quality of the life we have lived; memorable achievements, things we didn't do or wished we had, lasting legacies, etc. I think it would be very interesting to discuss what Village residents, experienced with life, consider a life well-lived; not the usual cheap cliches such as "accumulating the most toys" or even financial wealth which is but one small measure of success, but rather diverse and meaningful measures of a good life spent; things that will bring a smile to your face when your time ultimately comes. Serious thoughts Villagers?

I watched a tv show called “How to do Florida “ had a lady from TV, said she never had a broken bone, never had to see a doc. That isn’t a well lived life. A well lived life of any kind is dangerous and full of bumps! JMO!

Queen Elizabeth had a life well lived.

If you did more good than harm. If you made more friends than enemies. If you brought more joy than sorrow. If someone misses you when you're gone, then you did pretty well in my book. 🌈🙏

Could not care less

I have many regrets, have many sorrows, and have made many enemies. I also have had many successes and achievements, made many friends, and have had lots of joy. It all balances out to a very full life as I can honestly say I have experienced it all, both good and bad.

I ain't done yet.

The person is a success who has lived well, loved much, and laughed often.” — Robert Louis Stevenson

Thank you for those thoughts.

I would say you helped make the world a better place than when you entered it.

I don't believe you. You cared enough to respond on this. Zero response is the true indication of not caring at all.

That's the spirit! Keep up the good work.😊

Loving, helping and truly caring about others. Using our gifts to do so. When and where we can. "To whom much is given, much is required".

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The answers will vary as it depends on whose standard one uses to measure. I try to use this standard:

Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness ...

I always hear parents say that having kids was their greatest achievement. I never got to do that, so perhaps teaching may have been mine. Inspiring the next generation to be the best version of themselves, taking on their future with courage, dedication, ethics, fairness and optimism is what I tried to 'achieve'.

Both of my wife's sisters are envious of what we done, and both are wealthier than us.