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Physical health is fragile, but mental health can be robust for all or most of a long life. I think of Bertrand Russell. I watched the US 2020 Election debate
by heresie-dabord 6y ago
Physical health is fragile, but mental health can be robust for all or most of a long life. I think of Bertrand Russell.
I watched the US 2020 Election debate last night. At the risk of incensing lobbyists and dogmatic adherents of either side, let me say that it is humbling to see old people behave like fools.
Infirmity and death will come, but sometimes our Integrity shines at the right moments to inspire others.
- novok 6y agoUnfortunately with old age, mental health can be unexpectedly fragile too. Alzheimers, dementia, strokes and much more.
- onecommentman 6y agoSome say that one of the first signs you are developing the wisdom that will make old age sweet is to be slow to judge.
- spfzero 6y agoYes, so true. With that comes a detachment that insulates from so much angst, so you can focus on the things that benefit most from your attention.