On Being Grateful & Living A Full Life

An Enncrave compilation

“ You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” — Mae West.

“And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” – Abraham Lincoln

In old age, one truth gets sharper: people can fade—friends drift, children get busy, partners change or leave. And if your peace depends on being needed, approved of, or surrounded… aging can feel terrifying. In this video, we use Immanuel Kant’s brutal clarity—“become a law unto yourself”—to explain what actually makes old age happy, stable, and psychologically strong. This isn’t about becoming cold or isolating yourself. It’s about building an inner foundation so your life doesn’t collapse when the phone gets quiet. Stay to the end—Pillar #3 is the one that exposes why aging feels painful for so many: the hidden addiction to approval.

0:00 Don’t Skip 1:59 Pillar #1 — Being alone without becoming miserable 5:07 Pillar #2 — Order and daily rhythm 8:23 Pillar #3 — Indifference to other people’s judgment 11:40 Pillar #4 — Fidelity to yourself / meaning through small sacred acts 14:56 Conclusion

A powerful message every older adult needs to hear… As we age, peace becomes more precious than productivity, and what we choose to let go of matters more than what we hold onto. In this heartfelt video, we share essential wisdom that every person over 70 should know: what to stop saying and doing, and where not to go, if you want to live the rest of your life with dignity, emotional freedom, and inner peace.

https://www.youtube.com/@CandleOfWisdom

ON BEING GRATEFUL TO GOD

According to the hermit priest, there are three temptations from the evil one:

1) Regret of the past

2) Worry about the future

3) Ungratefulness in the present

These temptations are used by the evil one to lead us away from God and into sin.

– No matter how much you regret it, you cannot change the past.

– No matter how much you worry, the future will not change; you cannot control it.

– Your ungratefulness can make your life feel ugly and depressing.

Leave the past to God. If we want to create a better future, we must focus on improving our lives in the present. The best way to live today is to be grateful for all the blessings we have received from Him. Always give thanks to the Lord.

Please take a moment to pray and thank God for your blessings. Don’t rush; pause for a moment, and you will find your life can be better and happier.

Start with gratitude. Spend a little time reflecting on what you are thankful for, regardless of your problems—God still blesses you. There is always something to thank God for in this life.

Make sure to take a moment to stop (don’t rush), pray, and reflect. Amen.

LONGEVITY SECRETS –

The quest for longevity has captivated humanity for centuries, and while a true “fountain of youth” remains elusive, research into the habits of long-lived populations (often called “Blue Zones”) and scientific breakthroughs in anti-aging are revealing key strategies.

Today, you will learn why everything you thought about aging is wrong—and how to stay strong, energized, and mobile at any age.

In this episode: 00:00 Welcome 5:21 Changing the Conversation About Aging 13:34 Dr. Vonda’s Journey From Cancer Nurse to Orthopedic Surgeon 24:05 The Incredible Power of Mobility on Your Health 34:41 How You Age Is In Your Control 39:54 Investing in Your Future Mobility 48:35 How to Start Your Fitness Journey: The FACE Acronym for Midlife Exercise 1:03:59 Debunking Myths About Joint Health 1:08:00 Addressing Arthritis Holistically

https://www.youtube.com/@melrobbins/video

https://www.youtube.com/@UnlockthePower-j3c

https://www.youtube.com/@DrShaunaWatts/videos https://www.youtube.com/@vondawright/videos

https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEOClips/videos

3 NEW Ways to CARE for the ELDERLY | By ANTHONY HOPKINS Discover a deeply moving and motivational speech that reveals 3 powerful and compassionate ways to care for the elderly. In this inspiring message, filled with emotional wisdom and heartfelt insight, you’ll learn how time, dignity, and purpose can change lives—especially those of our aging loved ones. This speech reminds us of the simple yet profound human connection that shapes our future. This is a must-watch if you’re looking for motivation, kindness, and a message that touches the soul. Whether you’re a caregiver, a family member, or simply someone who values the power of empathy, this speech will encourage you to act with love and presence. Give the elderly the respect and care they deserve, because one day, we will all walk the same path. Source: https://www.youtube.com/@AnthonyHopkinsWisdom

https://www.youtube.com/@thefitgeneration2852 – What is the secret for a long, healthy and happy life? You’re about to find the answer in this incredibly inspiring documentary about seniors. The film challenges our concepts of aging by showing you how lots of Canadians in their 70s and 80s are choosing to stay super active in their retirement. These people are facing cancer, arthritis, heart attacks, bone fractures, knee replacements, fatigue and the loss of loved ones, but they won’t give up and stop having fun. On the contrary, they’ve taken leading roles in their communities and help other seniors stay fit every day. The Fit Generation is a passion project created by Elton Hubner, the founder of Eyes Multimedia, a video production company based in Vancouver, BC.

https://www.youtube.com/@TheEconomist – Ageing has always been inevitable but fasting, epigenetic reprogramming and parabiosis are just some of the scientific techniques that seem to help people stay young. Might the Peter Pan dream become real? 00:00 – Can science turn back the clock? 01:01 – Centenarians 02:51 – What is ageing? 04:51 – Dietary restriction 06:00 – Roundworms 07:55 – Epigenetics 09:43 – Blood and guts 11:40 – Senolytics 12:38 – Metformin 13:51 – Anti-ageing treatments are coming

https://www.youtube.com/@drrajsree – Dr. Rajsree Nambudripad, MD is board-certified in Internal Medicine and founder of OC Integrative Medicine in Fullerton, California. In this video, Dr. Rajsree explains the science of aging and all the factors that affect your longevity, from genetics, to diet, exercise, exposures, and lifestyle. What’s the difference between Lifespan and Healthspan? Biological Age vs. Chronological Age? What are the hallmarks of aging? Learn about Sirtuins, AMKP, and mTOR, and Autophagy and how they impact your longevity. How does the gut microbiome impact your Longevity? How does chronic inflammation affect Longevity? She reviews the latest science on Diet, Lifestyle, and Supplements to promote health and longevity. 00:00 Introduction 00:42 Lifespan vs. Healthspan 01:31 Outward Signs of Aging 01:57 Proactive and Preventative Approach to Health and Longevity 02:20 Key Lab Biomarkers 03:45 Chronological Age vs. Biological Age 04:18 Supercentenarians 04:31 Factor Influencing Longevity 05:03 Hallmarks of Aging 08:23 Epigenetic Clock 08:59 Sirtuins, AMPK, and mTOR 13:30 Autophagy 14:58 Time Restricted Eating 16:00 Gut Microbiome and Longevity 17:19 Inflammation and Longevity 17:48 Inflammaging 18:43 Sugar and Advanced Glycation Endproducts 20:18 David Sinclair, PhD and Information Theory of Aging 20:48 Yamanaka Genes (Fountain of Youth Genes) 21:14 The Future: Gene Therapy and Senolytics 22:22 Blue Zones 23:47 Diet: Key Principles 25:35 Intermittent Fasting 26:31 Exercise 27:20 Hormesis 28:09 Supplements to Improve Your Healthspan 29:53 Berberine for Insulin Resistance 30:42 Sleep 31:02 Minimize Exposure to Toxins 31:44 Relationships with People 32:17 Case Example: Mike 32:40 Key Points

“As Lisa Ling tries to help her own father navigate the challenges of aging, she comes across a variety of seniors who are dating, embracing adventure and learning to deal with old age gracefully — seniors who aren’t letting age stop them from living.” – #OurAmericaWithLisaLing #OprahWinfreyNetwork #OWN
https://www.youtube.com/@OWN

On Being Grateful – Please listen to the following videos, they may change our outlook on life.

Nature’s beauty can be easily missed — but not through Louie Schwartzberg’s lens. His stunning time-lapse photography, accompanied by powerful words from Benedictine monk Brother David Steindl-Rast, serves as a meditation on being grateful for every day. (Filmed at TEDxSF.) Learn more about Louie and Moving Art at http://www.movingart.com. Louie Schwartzberg is an award-winning cinematographer, director and producer who captures breathtaking images that celebrate life — revealing connections, universal rhythms, patterns and beauty.

The one thing all humans have in common is that each of us wants to be happy, says Brother David Steindl-Rast, a monk and interfaith scholar. And happiness, he suggests, is born from gratitude. An inspiring lesson in slowing down, looking where you’re going, and above all, being grateful.