As you get older, you have no friends, no children, no spouse… only these 4 things really matter!

4. One goal every morning

What weighs most heavily is not being alone, but no longer knowing why to get up. Yet, even at 70, 80 or 90 years old, one can (and should!) have a reason to smile upon waking.

Simple ideas:

• Taking care of your plants, your cat or your garden.
• Passing on one’s knowledge: telling stories, writing, cooking for others.
• Join a local activity, a club, or volunteer.
• Learning again and again: painting, languages, knitting, world cuisine…

A goal is what keeps your inner flame burning.