Would you be satisfied with the life you have lived?

The real question is whether you would have regrets about things you wanted to achieve or experience but never did. Forget reincarnation or some afterlife in the next life. This is not about that. This is about the life you have right now. Are you living it fully? Are you doing what you actually want to do? Are you living life on your own terms or on someone else’s?

I realise some people have health issues that genuinely hold them back and are now beyond their control. Maybe different choices earlier in life could have led to better health today, maybe not. What’s done is done. In some cases things can still change, in others they cannot. So if we assume that certain limits like health or finances are fixed, the question remains. Are you still living life the way you want to regardless of circumstances?

You should be. Life is not just about having all the money or being physically capable of say climbing Mount Everest. Fulfillment does not have to be expensive or to that physical extreme. A lot of satisfaction can come cheaply and quietly. Much of it depends on the individual and their own interests, pursuits or ambitions.

If you spend most of your days drinking, feeling angry, and blaming the world or someone in it for everything, then you probably are not living a very fulfilling life. But that can change. It is never too late. Most of it comes down to attitude, drive, and the personal desire to thrive.

So where do you place yourself on that spectrum?

Gosh that's heavy stuff!

I would say I am content: I have my beloved daughter, a comfortable home, an adequate pension, and most importantly for me, my Faith. So yes, I am content.

PS: I don't intend to die soon!

6 minutes ago, SoCal1990 said:

Would you be satisfied with the life you have lived?

The real question is whether you would have regrets about things you wanted to achieve or experience but never did. Forget reincarnation or some afterlife in the next life. This is not about that. This is about the life you have right now. Are you living it fully? Are you doing what you actually want to do? Are you living life on your own terms or on someone else’s?

I realise some people have health issues that genuinely hold them back and are now beyond their control. Maybe different choices earlier in life could have led to better health today, maybe not. What’s done is done. In some cases things can still change, in others they cannot. So if we assume that certain limits like health or finances are fixed, the question remains. Are you still living life the way you want to regardless of circumstances?

You should be. Life is not just about having all the money or being physically capable of say climbing Mount Everest. Fulfillment does not have to be expensive or to that physical extreme. A lot of satisfaction can come cheaply and quietly. Much of it depends on the individual and their own interests, pursuits or ambitions.

If you spend most of your days drinking, feeling angry, and blaming the world or someone in it for everything, then you probably are not living a very fulfilling life. But that can change. It is never too late. Most of it comes down to attitude, drive, and the personal desire to thrive.

So where do you place yourself on that spectrum?

Oh dear! Can we please be realistic here. If you died tomorrow, you sat as headline. After that, you ask if we would have regrets or be content. Heck, in that situation, I am dead. Something that means, I will probably don´t think about it!

12 minutes ago, JAG said:

Gosh that's heavy stuff!

It is indeed. But deep introspection is always good.

12 minutes ago, JAG said:

PS: I don't intend to die soon!

Bless you.

9 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Oh dear! Can we please be realistic here. If you died tomorrow, you sat as headline. After that, you ask if we would have regrets or be content. Heck, in that situation, I am dead. Something that means, I will probably don´t think about it!

These are hypothetical questions. He could have said you have ten minutes to think about your life before you die, but that is unnecessary. Everyone understands the point of the topic without inventing some dramatic scenario where you sit and ponder your life just before the electricity shuts off.

Perhaps the real issue is that you are uncomfortable asking yourself these questions, so you look for a way to avoid them. If so then, that's your own choice. Do as you wish.

I would say I would have no major regrets, a few maybe, but that's normal. Nobody ever lives a perfect life. I've done most of what I want in life already. I could still do more, but if I don't get a chance to do more, I can accept that too. I've traveled a lot, I've made money, I've seen a lot of of the world, I've exposed myself to a lot of art, culture, music and history, and I've spent pleasurable time with a number of women. Is there much else that one could ask for?

9 minutes ago, SoCal1990 said:

Would you be satisfied with the life you have lived?

The real question is whether you would have regrets about things you wanted to achieve or experience but never did. Forget reincarnation or some afterlife in the next life. This is not about that. This is about the life you have right now. Are you living it fully? Are you doing what you actually want to do? Are you living life on your own terms or on someone else’s?

I realise some people have health issues that genuinely hold them back and are now beyond their control. Maybe different choices earlier in life could have led to better health today, maybe not. What’s done is done. In some cases things can still change, in others they cannot. So if we assume that certain limits like health or finances are fixed, the question remains. Are you still living life the way you want to regardless of circumstances?

You should be. Life is not just about having all the money or being physically capable of say climbing Mount Everest. Fulfillment does not have to be expensive or to that physical extreme. A lot of satisfaction can come cheaply and quietly. Much of it depends on the individual and their own interests, pursuits or ambitions.

If you spend most of your days drinking, feeling angry, and blaming the world or someone in it for everything, then you probably are not living a very fulfilling life. But that can change. It is never too late. Most of it comes down to attitude, drive, and the personal desire to thrive.

So where do you place yourself on that spectrum?

Hell yea. I've accomplished, done more than I've ever thought was possible. Not 1 regret, that I can think of. Probably would have done a few things different, OK, a lot of things different, but all part of me now, and contributed in their own little way, good or bad. Always came out the other side better for the experience.

71 now, so pass my Soc Sec or insurance stat, life expectancy, so what ever negatives I subjected myself to, didn't matter too much. Body does replace most cells about every 6 months. What ever good lifestyle, I paid attention to, especially the past 10+ years, obviously helped. Stopped intentionally abusing my body around 50 yrs old.

Daughter probably saved me from an early death. Guess you have to grow up and be responsible soon or later, or there won't be a later. Nobody ever needed me before, well, except my dogs.

Feeling pretty good, so if I don't crap out in my sleep tonight, I expect to be around, maybe 5-10 more healthy years. Nobody really needs me now, so reckon I like it here, and will hang around. Why not ...

28 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Oh dear! Can we please be realistic here. If you died tomorrow, you sat as headline. After that, you ask if we would have regrets or be content. Heck, in that situation, I am dead. Something that means, I will probably don´t think about it!

Ok so you can't engage in philosophical thinking. Got it.

I think generally, its better to regret some of the things you did than regret the things you DIDNT do.

So do it while you are still able - dont worry or let the wrong things take the priority - if you got money SPEND it, go do what you always wanted, tomorrow belongs to no man. Stop thinking too far ahead; you may never get there.

I did my best!

And would had done the same again! Remember we live today, not yesterday, not tomorrow even it's nice to know you will get by tomorrow to!

I have done all on my bucket list, and have no more desires really, except continue as I do today. That's all

“Regrets? I’ve had a few, but then again, too few to mention"

I’ve had a great life, full of ups and downs; it’s been a real rollercoaster.

Would I be unhappy if I died tomorrow?

Well, I wouldn’t know.

I’m 70 this year.

But I do want another 20 years. I’m hopeful, since both of my parents lived to 89.

A very dear friend of mine died two weeks ago. He was 66, and he was ready to go. He said: '‘I don’t care if I die tomorrow"

But I’ve got more to do. More to learn, more to enjoy.

I have a great wife, a lovely dog, and a nice home.

And I live here in Thailand, which is wonderful.

I’m happy. I can’t ask for anything more.

Some food for thought and much hyperbole here.

I'll have to have a ponder.

3 hours ago, SoCal1990 said:

Would you be satisfied with the life you have lived?

Yep - next question?

Everybody has regrets. If we got a time travel tunnel, most of us would have a long list of things to be handled differently. But it's human. The point is not, weather you are or not happy with your past or expecting anything much from the future. The point is be happy with what you currently have and are. The main issue is to have a healthy mind and keep it in good spirit. When I mean good spirit, it's obviously not with excess of booze as to reach the positive mental spirit !!! 🤣

For many, ego issues are a toxic condition that lead to bad mental dispositions, that in turn leads to poor health and shortens one's lifespan.

As @CharlieH said, I certainly regret a few things I have done but I have no regrets regarding things I haven't yet done.

I've lived a fulfilling life so far and I'm hoping at the age of 57, I am only around 2/3rds the way through it. Plenty of time for yet more f$#k ups.

7 hours ago, blaze master said:

Ok so you can't engage in philosophical thinking. Got it.

How long do you think u have

35 minutes ago, georgegeorgia said:

How long do you think u have

Depends really. If I can stay healthy and fit for say 20 to 25 more years then I have a really good chance at accessing very high tech health care.

At that point sky might be the limit and I could end up living another 50 years or more after that.

9 hours ago, SoCal1990 said:

The real question is whether you would have regrets about things you wanted to achieve or experience but never did.

I actually do not think this is the REAL question.

The real question is: What am I doing here, anyway?

1 hour ago, blaze master said:

At that point sky might be the limit and I could end up living another 50 years or more after that.

The sky is not the limit.

You need to think BIG....

Reach beyond the stars, instead....

Breathe Deep.

THE GATHERING GLOOM.

13 minutes ago, GammaGlobulin said:

The sky is not the limit.

You need to think BIG....

Reach beyond the stars, instead....

Breathe Deep.

THE GATHERING GLOOM.

Eventually I would want my consciousness to be uploaded and then.........

2 hours ago, blaze master said:

Depends really. If I can stay healthy and fit for say 20 to 25 more years then I have a really good chance at accessing very high tech health care.

At that point sky might be the limit and I could end up living another 50 years or more after that.

I've seen predictions that the average lifespan in 20 years will be 120.

They are predicting major advancements in anti-aging, so yeah keep yourself alive another 20 years. Good idea.

57 minutes ago, GammaGlobulin said:

The real question is: What am I doing here, anyway?

That question is ultimately inconsequential, for the possession of its answer alters nothing of substance. What truly demands attention is the undeniable fact of your presence in this moment. Given that you are here, existence presses a more profound inquiry upon you, namely how you will choose to respond to the conditions of your being.

2 hours ago, blaze master said:

Depends really. If I can stay healthy and fit for say 20 to 25 more years then I have a really good chance at accessing very high tech health care.

At that point sky might be the limit and I could end up living another 50 years or more after that.

There is an excess of confidence placed in assumed outcomes. Moreover, the environment itself may remain hospitable to human life for only a limited number of more decades. It is also worth questioning whether one would truly wish to confront the mirror reflection of oneself at one hundred twenty five years of age.

1 minute ago, Harry Tuchas said:

There is an excess of confidence placed in assumed outcomes. Moreover, the environment itself may remain hospitable to human life for only a limited number of more decades. It is also worth questioning whether one would truly wish to confront the mirror reflection of oneself at one hundred twenty five years of age.

We will fix those problems if we last that long.

Ill still see a handsum man in the mirror....well at least one soi 6 anyways.

14 minutes ago, save the frogs said:

I've seen predictions that the average lifespan in 20 years will be 120.

They are predicting major advancements in anti-aging, so yeah keep yourself alive another 20 years. Good idea.

49 now so I think im in a good position.

Just now, blaze master said:

49 now so I think im in a good position.

Yep, vertical position is best..😁

7 minutes ago, blaze master said:

49 now so I think im in a good position.

I'm in a 69 right now, so perhaps I'm in an even better position. :)

If you are happy or just ok where you are today, then every single event and happening led up to the life you have today, so why regret anything? It Could had been worse ? Right ?

If you had done thing different, there is a chance you wouldn't be where you are today, so would you gamble your outcome, with something unknown compare to where and what you are and have today?

4 minutes ago, Harry Tuchas said:

I'm in a 69 right now, so perhaps I'm in an even better position. :)

Haha is it vertical though ?

9 minutes ago, blaze master said:

We will fix those problems if we last that long.

Fair enough if that is what you believe. I would rather not live long enough to witness mass forced human migrations on a continental scale, driven not so much by hunger as by the quiet and far more frightening absence of water. But that's assuming AI doesn't launch an unstoppable super virus within the next 5 years that wipes out 95% of humanity... in a flash.