Yes, I said, but if aging were so valuable, why do people always say, Oh, if I were young again. You never hear people say, I wish I were sixty-five. He smiled. You know what that reflects? Unsatisfied lives. Unfulfilled lives. Lives that haven't found meaning. Because if you've found meaning in your life, you don't want to go back. You want to go forward. You want to see more, do more. You can't wait until sixty-five.
The speaker highlights a common sentiment about aging, emphasizing that many people express a desire to be young again rather than embracing the idea of being older. This perspective suggests a profound dissatisfaction with life, as individuals often long for their youth instead of appreciating the wisdom and experiences that come with age. The absence of positive reflections on aging implies that many feel unfulfilled and have not discovered true meaning in their lives.
Morrie posits that when a person finds purpose in their existence, they look forward to future experiences rather than longing for the past. He suggests that a meaningful life is one in which individuals are eager to keep moving forward, pursuing new adventures and learning. The yearning for youth stems from unfulfilled lives, while those at peace with their present are excited about what lies ahead.
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