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Life at 60 was fantastic for my wife and I. Was able to retire very early. We took two years of driving around the United States, then took a trip to Europe, England and France. Traveled from Texas to Florida twice a year for a two week stay with my Brother and his family. Made 2 trips to Denver to visit my cousin and her husband. At 70 I had to have a hip replaced. 6 months later my right shoulder had to be replaced, At 75 had to have a Hiatal Hernia tear repaired. Just kept on riding horses, sailing small boats and thinning out the trees on my property. kept active. Things leveled off until I was 82 then my left knee went, at 84 the left shoulder followed the knee. At 86 had to redo the right shoulder and had an inguinal hernia repair. At 87 I can tell you when you turn 80 the world gets a lot tougher. Had to ask my young neighbor to climb up on the roof to blow the leaves off. No more horse rides, no more boats. Still trim off the lower limbs on the trees. Visit my Daughter and her husband who are local a lot more. I don’t know how much longer I will be here but I still love a good cup of coffee each morning and walking with my dog around the fence line. I wish a good life to all. Hang in there.
Hello from Manchester in the UK. I turn 60 next year. My mother passed away last year, aged 78. I observed her health decline from 70 onward. That process has allowed me to apply a time frame to my life. I may have 10 years of good health ahead of me. That realisation is somewhat profound. Coming to terms with your own mortality changes your outlook dramatically. Materialism becomed less of a priority. Time is the only true resource you ever have, nothing can buy it back. I agee with your other observations, very pertinent. However, after careful consideration, I see no robust evidence to support faith. It appears to be little more than sanguine optimism, designed to placate the undesirable inevitability of life. I don’t feel I’m missing out, everyone has different methods of dealing with our quizzical minds, which are constantly trying to understand our environment. Keep up the good work.
Make a difference in a child’s life. I am five years into retirement (age 62) and being able to be a fulltime grandpa is wonderful. Kids seldom need or really want things, they want the world to revolve around them even if that is for a short time. Unconditional love and undivided attention are two to the best gifts you can give anyone, but especially a child. Interestingly enough those are two gifts that cost nothing!
My biggest realization happened 4 days into my retirement, 18 months ago. I unexpectedly lost my wife of 42 years. Worst thing that someone goes through, yet almost half will experience it. The realization was that your retirement plans may never happen how you thought. Also, there are a lot of widows & widowers out there that are pretty much forgotten…
My 89 ye old aunt who cares for her 92 year old sick husband at home got hit by her retirement park’s HOA a $3000 lien from a water leak and damage 2 years ago. At the time the park’s contractor said it was the park’s responsibility (leak point is outside of the unit). The office won’t return calls and threatened her to evict her (lien on unit and auction it off to pay the $3k). She is livid. Apparently the management has been doing the same to many residents because they are old, slow, sick, and often powerless and have no help (kids far away or can’t help). My aunt is still clear minded and said she won’t swallow this threat. She lives in Laguna Woods, a big and peaceful looking retirement community in SoCal. I know this comment is not directly related to realization at 60. I just want to share a major challenge for old people. They get taken advantage of by family, acquaintances, strangers, and authorities. It’s inevitable. Mind and body get slow. Vultures are circling.
Recently retired. I’m doing exactly what I planned to do which is spending a lot of time with my adult children and grandsons. All of our activities provide physical exercise including bike riding, walking at our local beach and parks, working on our large yards and riding dune buggies at the desert.
You need to have something to do and people to do that with. When you retire, all of your social connections from work go away pretty quickly. This is an even bigger issue if you’re younger than the typical retiree and everyone your age is still in the grind. You have to put yourself out there to form new friendships. Probably the best way to do this is pursue activities that you genuinely enjoy and like minded people will gravitate to that. Set aside some money for hobbies. Nothing is free except going to the public library.
I retired 18 months ago was doing ok physically and now I have back, hip, knees foot and ankle issues. All were from military service in my 20s. They are coming back with a vengeance! Still active but have had to slow down some. Can’t do the household projects without being out of action for a few days after. Retire when you can and enjoy your life now, not later. Oh and by the way i turn 60 in October.
Great perspective. At 60, you really do only have about 15 years of healthy time left, and maybe not that much. The time flies by too. I was 62 in 2020, a memorable year. The last four years went by like nothing. I was in my most prime peak of life 12 years ago. Not really much off of it now, but I will be in 12 more years. Also be careful about starting a business when you retire. Great if it’s a part time hobby you can monetize, but the last thing you need is a storefront business where you have to be there all the time, worry about hiring and firing, potential legal controversies with customers and vendors, and dealing with the public. You won’t stand that stress in your 60s if all you’ve ever done before is worked as an employee at a corporation. The good news is that retirement is probably going to be easier than you think. Once you’re no longer tied to your employee job and all the commuting and after-hours work that goes with it, you tend to find a lot of worthwhile things to do that you never had time to think of before. Your mind is relieved of unconscious stresses you didn’t even know was there. Plus, you see your kids all grown up and realize they don’t need you any more, which means you did your job of raising them well. Lots of good things happen 60+.
I am 64 and have retired twice. The first time I returned back to work was because I was offered a cash grab job for eight months. Then my husband got laid off and couldn’t find a job. I had to go back to work to provide health insurance for us. I am still working and hoping to fully retire some day but it is hard to live on social security.
Interesting conversation. I’ve known several people who retired fairly young and most I know have regretted it, including my Father. My career can have its ups and downs, but overall I like the activity. For some, like Joe, working at a charity can be the solution. I like business. Meeting people, presenting different products or ideas and usually the travel involved. Sometimes the day to day can be meh, but I’m sure retirement has some of that as well. I am not anxious to retire, but do follow Joe’s advice about diet and excercise. I do both with strict discipline as I do want to keep my health. It’s a priority. My youngest just went off to college and my wife and I are planning on taking small trips here and there. I’m 61 and hope I can continue until 70.
Never discount the impact of your advice. I recently had a former coworker tell me about following my advice from 20 years ago, and the impact it has had in his life. Hell, I don’t even remember the conversation. He then went on to list several other things he has done based on my advice. Part of my point here is what may seem trivial or inconsequential to you can be huge to the other person. Great article Joe. As usual.
When the UK state pension scheme was introduced in 1948, people weren’t expected to live much beyond retirement. Life was hard and work was physically demanding, so most people were worn out at 65. Nowadays they’re more likely to die young of obesity or alcohol related illness, or they continue into their 90s if they keep themselves fit and active.
My husband and I are 10 years apart, I am 60 and he is 50. I will share this article with him as it isn’t getting through to him that if he works until he is 65 I may only have a very few years left (if that) to be active together and do things! We are blessed to be financially stable and could retire today after scrimping around for years (we have 30 year old cars that we just keep repairing for example) but he is struggling seeing the value in having time together vs more money. Thank you Joe. You going out on a limb to share these things means more than you know.
My realization was that an “Average life expectancy of 80” didn’t mean that we would all live to 80, as I carelessly imagined when I was young, it really means that half of us won’t make it. Now at 61, I remember all the friends and relatives who have gone over the last 10 years at roughly my age, and it has really altered my perception so when I have a tough day, I think “I should be grateful I’m still here to enjoy it, E…., P,…. M….., M….. and N…. didn’t make it this far. I have just overtaken dad in lifespan, but out of my siblings and close cousins, and their husbands, only one of the men has reached pension age, the others having gone in their early 60s. Time to reassess the future I think.
Nice song Joe. I feel your pain on helping your parents through the long term care maze. I agree will all your points. My addition would be to go easy on yourself when you realize how many of these priorities have been neglected as you were working away at your career. Just start again – lean into building back your faith, relationships and hobbies.
a 60 year old can expect to “hit the wall” at 63. Science recently announced three “walls” of physical and mental decline we humans hit as we age. The first around 46, the next around 63, and the final wall around 78. They didn’t study aging beyond that point. I definitely hit the first two walls right on schedule. Will be 67 next year. I’m definitely not the man I was at 62.
Joe, thank you for choosing to dedicate your valuable time to make these incredible articles. You inspired me and I am retiring next May at age 59. My colleagues keep asking if I know what I am doing! Ha-ha. Your articles are being used as one of my advisory counsels and thank you for allowing us viewers to live vicariously through you.
I’m not long retired ( November 23) and time flies as it’s nearly a year. I live by simple rules 1) respect others and your surroundings. 2) be there for your family, that includes extended family I’m in a second marriage I have adult children and one grandchild, my wife has 3 grandkids (aged 19-26) and one great grandkid I’m there for them as much as for mine. 3) avoid debt where possible, it can bring massive stress. 4) work, what was that, once you leave you are no longer part of their plans or concerns, and they yours. 5) make sure you replace work with something, it took up 50% of your day before. Having something that keeps the brain working is important, as is exercise. Even if you only go for a walk every other day keep moving as it stops things shutting down. 6) learn to spend, you have spent years building up the retirement pot, the plan is not to keep the pile as big as you can it’s to be used to live and enjoy life.
YES, you helped convince me to make the plunge last summer – still wary. I had multiple excellent reasons to continue teaching – already went 3 years longer than needed to get pension. Decided I must make it real, or I’d die at my work desk! I wish at 30 I switched careers to make more money ( high school teacher)
Thank you for the list and thanks for speaking 15:06 about your faith. I am also a Catholic and I follow the daily readings as well as Morning and Evening prayer using a monthly publication called “Give Us This Day”. Last week, the reflections on the readings from Ecclesiastes (“Vanity o vanity! All is vanity!”) and your reflection on happiness coming from things that are not material were so in synch with each other. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts!
You nudged me to retire earlier, I was going to retire at 65 but after perusal your articles for about 9 months I retired at 60, best decision I made in years been retired for 1 year and 7 months now, I’m healthier now and my faith has never been stronger, I have more time for others and it’s huge, I would tell anyone who is close to just retire as soon as possible because the money is way low on the list for me compared to the time I have now with my 89 year old dad and my grand kids and of course my wife and her family not to mention time for me, was like a chicken with my head cut off before I retired it took me about 9 months to finally slow down enough to just appreciate life more and that’s big thanks Joe for your sharing your experiences I think it pushes others to be the best they can be. Bryce from California, I’m out
Good article. I am trying to avoid the subjects of politics and religion with my sister who is my only family and who lives across the country from me. It is hard for us to have a conversation without one of those topics cropping up. Sometimes we agree but I have found it really best to just go along with her anyway. Conflict is stressful and accomplishs nothing so just keep it positive. 😊
You’re clearly an energetic young looking dude and it’s quite surreal to hear you saying you’ll be lucky if you have 15 years left! Yes, that one really is a harsh possible reality, but I’d bet the farm you’ll go longer than that. Just my observation here. 😉 So many excellent points you are making in this article.
Love the list. I recommend you retire as soon as you are financially able to, then dedicate your life to serving Christ by serving others. You will never be bored or run out of things to do. Your time,talent and treasure are desperately needed everywhere . You will be loved and appreciated in ways you cannot imagine. Live life serving others.
Stay away from 55+ communities. They are like the USS Indianapolis – people may interact with you, but true friendships are not happening. There is so much death, that no one wants to get too close to anyone else. It is horrible. My “neighbors” wouldn’t piss on me if I was on fire. Stay connected to the real world. Avoid hospices with golf courses.
Why would i reach out to a friend who is so fragile they would talk to me for not going to thier kids wedding? I don’t drink alcohol and don’t eat out so what is in a wedding for me? Better to cut the fragile narcissists out. Its ok to be confident enough to live with out them and you will probably be better off.
Good for you that you were able to retire at 54! Someone like me with a much smaller salary – and the crappy fact that I’m subject to the WEP (means I’ll see zero of my SS that I earned and paid into). Combine that with years that I stayed home to raise my kids (where I spent my time that was important) and bad luck (layoffs for both me and hubby) = me declaring today that I will most likely retire at 66.
You downplayed “stuff” and I generally agree, however stuff sometimes really enhances life and can be used to bless others. Might be a good article subject if you agree. Especially true for overfunded retirees. For me, I’m having a blast with a recent kayak purchase. Really enjoying a new vehicle purchase (my last new vehicle was 36 years ago and not a smart move at the time, goes into the lessons learned category). I’m trying a variety of new hobbies, the associated purchases while not large, have been good investments for the entertainment and socializing these hobbies have provided. If stuff does not provide enjoyment, you’re spending it wrong😊
Applaud i am 57 jogged 14 miles Saturday 10 miles Sunday blood pressure 119 over 72. 5′ 7″ at 160 lbs. At 1,650 miles for 2024 see TheRicioShow Dad lived to 89, mom 88 they crushed life 7 kids 16 grandchildren 20 great grandchildren great health quality traveled until last year of their lives both born 1932 and 1936!!
I wouldn’t say these are “harsh” realities in the article, but they are wisdoms that can bring peace and fulfillment. My mantra as I age is, “Less is more.” Like so many other people over sixty, I agree that what others think of me now matters very little, except for people in my family or close friends.
You always think you have more time, but you never know; so cherish every day and make the most of it. I lost my wife at 49 years old after 10 years of leukemia. It gives you a different perspective on life as to what’s really important. I made every year count, and so should you. Take those vacations with your loved ones, eat dinner with friends. Live life also. Like Joe said, it’s all about the journey. enjoy every day.
Wish I had known these earlier- Saying No for right reasons was as good a deed as saying Yes for a good reason. No has a negative connotation to it especially when it is to be said to a person senior in age, relationship. Permaculture was the biggest blessing I would say. It encapsulates above in best interest and truthfulness. And it’s not just limited to permanent agriculture but has 💯 percent association to social, cultural, economic and political conducts that it helps you see why ecosystem in any sector failed. Permaculture is permanent culture- it’s about earth care, people care and fair share. I am a happy atheist. Born in an Indian Hindu family that thankfully was very logical and liberal even when they were not atheist and they believed in “live and let live” the transition was simple for me. I am thankful for that daily esp when I read in news how much the world is divided and how our practices are in contrast to the teachings of any religion – teachings that are no different from principles of humanity. I would like to believe I am a good listener and have learnt to pick up tough conversations and learning to fight off hesitation.
Thank you, Joe. This does call to attention all the areas we think are so important and how that list inverts as we get closer to the “end”. The end can be the beginning of something else and as we approach retirement in a few months I must admit that the money side of the problem has been solved and I now need to shift my focus to life at 55 and beyond. Health and fitness are definitely where I need to focus my own attention and as I correct that it will give me the incentive and energy to further strengthen the other areas of life that I allowed to fall by the wayside while pursuing money. I thought I was doing what I had to do by working a lot over the years, but time waits for no one. Thanks again.
Thank you for sharing Joe. Harshest reality for me: I was under the impression that wisdom comes with age. Despite all my reading, studying, researching over the years and continuing on into today, the older I get, the more I realize how little I know. The second harshest is that my mind hasn’t stopped wanting to do all the crazy things (physically) that I did when I was younger, despite my body no longer being able to do them… at least not at the same level.
Agree with all points in this article. I’ll add something to the health item. What I’ve found for my own health (physically and mentally) is that it is important all my life to keep moving. It can be anything. If I do nothing else each day, I make sure to leave the house and go walk a few miles. Humans need to be active. Otherwise, they lose physical health and more importantly cognitive health. I noticed in my grandparents and my own parents. Once they were unable to get out into the community (due to injury or illness) their mental states deteriorated quickly. Folks. Find activities that keep you moving and that you love. And just do it whenever possible. It really does make all the difference. ❤
To my younger self: Faith evolves and that’s OK. Your beliefs can change and that doesn’t mean your were ignorant and wrong before, but your thinking has changed through experience. Not everything old has to be rejected in order to see something new. Coexistence is OK. It is OK for understanding of the world and universe to be contradictory at times. It doesn’t have to all make sense this very moment, and the head vs heart debate is OK. It’s a great puzzle and journey.
Exercise and diet are absolutely important for health and are somewhat controllable by the individual. However, if you have genetic conditions like elevated Lp(a) cholesterol, your coronaries arteries are likely to clog in your 60s or before, no matter what you eat or how much you exercise. In the US, you are really just waiting for one of the clinical trials to finish in order to get medication.
Really enjoyed this, thanks for the insight. When I first heard the bit about HOA, and grass too long I was prepared to be insulted about some HOA hitting people up with violations, but you really surprised me with your way of dealing with things and helping out, assuming that someone probably is in need of something, not assuming the worst. We really need more of that in right now. Thank you for the uplifting message.
I am 66 years old and I run a construction company that I started in 1983. I was on a roof all day 2 days ago putting flashing on brick walls lol! I take care of five rental properties and my own house. I just think age is just a number. I don’t smoke and I don’t drink excessively but I love those CBD gummies because I can get s***-faced right next to my wife and she never will know😂😂😂
I wished i had listened to my younger self and saved way when i should have. I was the one who was the…”Why should I save all this money, and i dont even knownif imma live that long. Only for someone else to enjoy my fruits of labor?” That was my thought process then besides family expenses and child rearing. I had a LOT of money come thru my hands i could have invested and saved. I started at 45 with the coaxing of my best manager ever in my working career to get started. I will be nowhere near the 500k club, but i will be “comfortable” and do a few things as to trips i want to do. But I could have had so much more! I work in the healthcare field( not a dr or nurse) and am retiring at the end of 2025. I try and relay this message to my young nieces and nephews and my son. And i use my example to bring it on home.
Your healthy life expectancy is something that you have a great deal of control over, probably more than you have over your finances. I’m 79 years old and my wife and I have enjoyed twenty wonderful years of retirement so far and the reason is diet and exercise – neither of us is at all athletic or come from long living families – my ancestors dropped dead long before they reached my age. We walk, hike or ski every day and life is good.
Thank you for your content. I stopped working in my 30s and I struggle with embracing my freedom while being surrounded by hard working professionals. But one thing I know I do right is to live life to the fullest and be present for the people I love. Thank you for validating the self doubts and for sharing your wisdom.
I view exercise and eating correctly as a non-negotiable. It is something I work on every single day so I’m strong and healthy enough to keep this “classic vehicle” running for my 3rd act. Using a rebounder has been a really fun addition to my workout plan and is great for the lymphatic system as well as keeping bones strong. I’ll be investing in a high end one soon for a better and more quiet bounce while perusal youtube.
Fantastic article, Joe. As to your “nudge” point re your viewers, you really helped me (I recently retired at 64) with the “I’ll work just one more year” trap. Taking an objective look at our resrouces and rather frugal lifestyle, (and using the same software you use) I realized that I didn’t need to work another year for financial purposes. It helped nudge me across the goal line for retirement.
Number 4 is relevant. Sadly, nobody really cares what ya once did. I was a salesman, and really pretty damn good at it. Not only does nobody care, no employers would pick me up even if I wanted to be picked up, which I no longer do. One of the hardest things that my retirement brought was letting GO of all that career stuff.
It’s hard to have a good relationship in this heated political environment with siblings when my wife and I are the moderates. I remember 15 years ago arguing with my sister over the ACA when we were in the room waiting for my dad to die. My family didn’t like the ACA at all and it’s what I needed for work (I worked at small independent shop without benefits). Felt a personal hit. Fast forward 15 years and 2 of my sisters are using the ACA (and I am too) to be able to retire early. Yes, we can be serious about our religion but please don’t use it to hit other people over the head. That’s what I have against it. Love my current church and we don’t do that.
Great to see your message about your faith as part of this. Nothing better than knowing, accepting and believing that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is your Lord and Savior. I am getting ready to go on 2 short term mission trips to western North Carolina to help with relief efforts with NC Baptist on Mission and with Samaritan’s Purse. All the areas affected by Helene need volunteers and donations. I hope many of your listeners will help too!
Do you really see how many people watch accelerated speeds? Your cadence does give my mind often the pregnant pauses it needs to wander and i’ve realized I’ve missed half the article. Your diction and cadence make 1.5 perfect to understand and hold my attention. Hopefully that doesn’t screw your results.
This has to be one of the best articles we have seen in YT. Your last three articles about stocks, risk, and now realizations are absolutely gang busters. Forward the article to friends who are about to retire and sat with my wife of 40 years to have a conversation about it. A lot of the 11 realizations coincide with our experiences. Specially number 1, health. Our three main factors for retirement planning are health, expenses, and longevity. Everything is derive by them. We would add to the list that the purpose of life is to be happy and, in retirement, emphasis on happiness through experiences and service to others for us is of utmost importance. We love number 1, being present, and faith. They are so true. Thank you for this article. Going to use them in my book with attribution.
Thanks Joe we are one of the folks you bumped in a positive way. The wife and I both retired EOM July @ 59 and have loved every minute of it so far. I could not agree more with your timeline or your song recommendation. Enjoy every day as it was your last as none of us are guaranteed another sunrise. being present is a mantra we strive daily to live up to! Thanks Joe!
Joe, I’m a long time viewer but NOT a subscriber…..I’m Canadian and a lot of your content is geared for the US (understandably)……BUT THIS article…….Wow! Relevant to everyone and boy did you just “nudge”. Thank you sooooo much for this. On point, 100% valid and so easy to just skip past as we go through this funny journey called life. Cheers.
My dad’s engineer certification was everything, he kept the license and certifications up until the end. 65 retired- 81 . He was offered many returns to work during those retirement years( they wanted to terminate the civil engineer they had and rehire my dad)..myself and my brother get the certification renewals in e-mails for the last 5 years.
Question,i read somewhere on one of these posts that someone mentioned have 3 years of cash squirreled away — in their estimation $300k. Is that really liquid cash in a money market, another bank account, the safe, iBONDS, something like that? What about what’s in the 401K, the IRA, the Roth, how does that come into play?
I’m 65 …. Left the U.K. all behind and came to Hong Kong when I was just 40 …. My Chinese wife just kept me from then on until quite recently, when after my father had passed, as an only child I was left with an estate in Otterbourne, nr Winchester worth close to 1. 4 million pounds …. In a nutshell, for all of the effort my wife had made toward my well-being in Hong Kong; to show my appreciation, I bought her a small jewelry business in Tuen Wan just to show how much I loved her ….
Friend of mine passed away recently. He was 93. And still working. Yes 93. He stopped working. And unfortunately. Passed. Away so many months later. Another friend still working. At 83. I’m 76. And don’t intend to retire. I c people in ther sixties. Retiring. And would suggest. Get. Something to do. Look at how many. Pass shortly after retirement the one thing I C. Is healthy people. Walk. A lot. Quickly. Try. Singing. It’s great therapy. Get a guitar anybody can play one you’d B Surprised. Stop moaning. Your a recycled teenager. Your still breading aren’t U. Move those limbs no rocket science
I retired at age 53, so I am in my early 60s. Many of them resisted me because they couldn’t understand the idea of not working if it wasn’t necessary. I considered the phases of my life. I worked very hard to achieve what I have now, but in my last years, I owe it to myself to “stop and smell the roses.” In my instance, I departed the nation after retiring and currently reside in Latin America. It made it possible for me to appreciate my new surroundings while escaping all the bad things that were going on in America. Nobody that I know of regrets retiring has yet to come to me.
Joe, this one really hits home. So many great points to unpack, ponder and benefit from. But for now my heart and mind is focused on what you shared re your Mom’s current health challenge. I lost both my parents and my father-in-law in the last 18 months and, as we are about the same age, health challenges of our parents, and eventually their passing, is another one of those harsh realities that we all must eventually face. My prayers and thoughts are with your Mom, Dad, you and your family as you go forward in helping your Mom get through this challenging time. Thank goodness you are retired, live close by, and have the wonderful heart to help that you do – your Mom and Dad are blessed to have that.
I’ve watched most of your articles and this one is at the top of favorite list. Your nudge in an earlier article led me to establish a relationship with an advisor that has made all the difference with my confidence to retire and my retirement timeline. We worked hard on the plan and now I’m 58 with 6 til retirement. Thanks Joe
Great article. I am 49 and already contemplating the things you mentioned. First have a few life hurdles to address. Aging parents and getting kids through college. My son is interested in engineering. He is in high school in Indiana and thinking about attending Purdue. I have to admit I am flying blind when it comes to that profession but doing my best to help him. Appreciate your take on life.
You can be too present. I have an old friend that attended his college freshman son’s intramural soccer game recently. That is odd IMO. Again, thos is intramural, something typically no one attends. He claimed he wanted to be their for his son. My counterpoint was, sure, but when do you let him live his life a little and do some of the things you want to???
Heh, I’m a 1.5Xer. Didn’t know it was a thing. Just be glad Joe as some I have to go up to 1.75X. I’ve loved working on my health in retirement. I’m working on getting in the best shape of my life since my early 20s and I’m almost there at 61. Less than 8 pounds to go. Been working out consistently for over 2 years. Also love being able to spend so much more time with family.
Interesting that the more you study the Bible, the more it appealed to you. It had the opposite effect on me. Starting at a young age when I was forced (like most) to learn about my parents preferred god. It didn’t add up. I kept learning about it, and kept asking questions. The human condition, and our mind is an amazing thing. One person can interpret lines on a page written by man as a guidepost, and fact, and another person can see nothing but an attempt to violently control us. You do you though, whatever helps one get through this endlessly complicated world we have created is all that matters. I just wish millions didn’t have to be killed throughout human history in the name of one’s preferred god.