Which is never too late to do. “It’s never too late to learn,” who said? Further fate and fundamental work
Mostly, proverbs and sayings about learning have a positive meaning. The same is true of the famous saying “it’s never too late to learn.” We will look at the process of knowledge accumulation with different sides, let's analyze it in detail.
Quintilian
Sometimes a saying is the creativity of the people. This happens when time has not preserved the name of the real author. But in this case, it is known to whom we owe the treasure that we do not value at all.
It seems to us that a phrase or a phrase is worth praising or admiring. And she came to us from ancient times. The question of who said: “It’s never too late to learn,” requires a specific answer. There was one in Ancient Rome sage Quintilian, it is to him that we must say thank you.
Little is known about him. Data on his origins vary: some say that he was noble, others say that he was not. One thing is clear - his father was an educated man, so he sent him to study in Rome, where Nero reigned at that time.
Yes, we did not say when and where the famous teacher of eloquence was born.
Time and place of birth
This event took place in Spain around 35 AD, and the rhetorician completed his earthly journey around 100 AD (some sources indicate the year 95).
His personal life was unhappy: he lost his wife when she was still young, then over time he lost two sons. By the end of his life, he was left completely alone who said: “It’s never too late to learn.” Sad story. Although public social life his was more or less successful.
Domitius Afr - mentor of Quintilian
Quintilian went to Rome. There he found a mentor in the person of Domitius Afra, whose demeanor and behavior in court Quintilian followed and, probably, at first copied.
Our hero's teacher was a classic Ciceronian orator. Apparently, under his influence, Quintilian fell in love with the works of Cicero himself.
Further fate and fundamental work
After the death of his mentor, Quintilian came to his native province of the empire to gain experience as a judicial orator. But he returned to Rome anyway in 68 as a member of Emperor Galba's retinue. Although our hero was not particularly close to him. This saved him after the death of Caesar.
The rest is outlined in dotted line. In the year of the four emperors, Quintilian opened his school of eloquence. Highest point The development of his career was the appointment of consul.
However, he remained famous for centuries due to the fact that he wrote the treatise “On the Education of the Orator” - the best preserved and full course oratory skills, with numerous references to literary and historical sources. Perhaps this is where the proverb “it’s never too late to learn” was hidden, which at that time, of course, had not yet become an aphorism.
But it is impossible to accurately establish the source, because the wonderful work was partially translated into Russian. On this moment it is available only with pre-revolutionary spelling. It is possible that the phrase “it’s never too late to learn” came into Russian from other languages in which there are more full translation antique classic. But the author of the saying is definitely Quintilian; let the reader have no doubt about this point.
Modernity sayings
Either reality is truly cyclical, or true wisdom does not really rust. But we can say that the saying is extremely modern. Now only the iron is silent about the fact that we need to constantly develop if we want to achieve something in life.
And imagine us in 30 years, will we really give up this habit of growing? It seems incredible. In general, when society no longer demands anything from a person, and he has already raised children, he can relax. That is, throw all these ideas about constant development out of your head.
In modern society, this has become a fixed idea. Studying is not always a tedious, heavy, drawn-out and boring process. You can study with pleasure, the main thing is to answer the question: “Why?”
Cognition as a cure for Alzheimer's disease
Now many people have problems with motivation. You may well understand the meaning of the proverb “it’s never too late to learn,” but you will never follow it. If the reader has not yet understood the meaning of the object of study, then we will readily reveal it now.
The saying boils down to the simple truth that there is no shame in learning something new and unknown. It doesn’t matter at all how old a person is. As long as he is alive, he can learn. Moreover, this does not always mean textbooks, boring scientific books. Studying is actually learning new things, mastering classes and specialties. The motivational basis for moving forward can be different, ranging from banal idleness and boredom to urgent need. Sometimes a person studies because he “needs it for work,” and sometimes to keep his head busy.
Some people now rarely lift their faces from their smartphones. They actually live in virtual reality. But from such a life, a person’s brain languishes with boredom, sadness, and in the end concludes that it, in fact, is not needed and, figuratively speaking, is eliminated.
In practice, “lack of brain” manifests itself in the form different types dementia, of which Alzheimer's disease is one of the most terrible cases. Recent studies have shown that electronic gadgets harm not only adults, but also children. Children raised with this kind of “nannies” are less attentive, remember material worse, and are more easily distracted.
But let's get back to the adults. We're not saying that reading books is a panacea for senile dementia, but it can certainly delay it. Flashing pictures on the Internet and on the screen drive a person crazy much faster. It is advisable to read books that are more or less informative, so that there is work for the brain.
A man with several degrees
An ordinary example of a person with several higher educations. In the West he is respected and, as a rule, does not live in poverty, because there higher education- this is a very expensive thing.
In Russia, education is perceived either as a whim or as a necessity. That is, a person who receives several degrees is considered either a “nerd” or a “sufferer” who needs certain qualifications for a job. But in general, the attitude is that a person who studies for too long is a fugitive from responsibility, almost a waster of life. Although there is, perhaps, no more difficult mental work than learning something new. This means that a student and a playmaker are two different types person. Of course, provided that the student actually studies.
Example of Mary Hobson
Thanks to the news release, not only translators know about this wonderful woman. Although they are the ones who are inspired by her example. And this is the story. Englishwoman Mary Hobson began studying Russian when she was 56 years old. She was shocked by L.N.’s novel. Tolstoy’s “War and Peace,” but at the same time the woman thought that she was not reading the original author’s text, but only its translated version. And after that M. Hobson began to study Russian.
At first “frivolously,” that is, unsystematically, and then she entered the Russian language. Moreover, the Russian language not only became a useful hobby that helped to avoid boredom, idleness and dementia. “The Great and Mighty” turned out to be a source of second wind for the Englishwoman: she translated A.S. Griboyedov in English, defended a dissertation on the topic of his work. After all, this often happens when a person studies something, at first it seems to him that it is fun, and then the hobby turns into work and becomes the meaning of his life.
Yes, by the way, when discussing the saying “it’s never too late to learn” and examples of its application, it is worth saying that knowledge is the only way to push the boundaries of the possible, reconsider your attitude towards yourself, and get out of depression and despondency. If a person cooks all the time in own juice, then he is more susceptible to various negative states: depression, neuroses, doubts, regrets about the past.
Therefore, you need to constantly discover new things, but not for the sake of ephemeral internal development, but to make life richer and fuller.
One of the most valuable things in our life is experience. We all want to be self-confident, independent and wise, forgetting that wisdom comes with age and experience. And for the sake of this experience you need to go through a lot.
This is why the experience of older people is very important. The life lessons they teach are some of the most valuable knowledge.
We bring to your attention 50 life lessons shared by Barry Davenport, a wise author of a foreign blog.
Life is what it is now. We constantly expect incredible things to happen in the future, but we forget that life is happening right now. Learn to live in the present moment and stop hoping for illusions in the future.
Fear is an illusion. Most of the things we fear will never happen. But even when they happen, they often turn out to be not as bad as we thought. For many of us, fear is the worst thing that can happen. The reality is not so scary.
Relationship rule. The most important thing in your life is your loved ones. Always put them first. They are more important than your job, hobby, computer. Appreciate them as if they are your whole life. Because that's how it is.
Debt isn't worth it. Spend your money according to your means. Live freely. Debt won't allow you to do this.
Your children are not you. You are the vessel that brings children into this world and cares for them until they are unable to do so themselves. Train them, love them, support them, but don't change them. Every child is unique and must live their own life.
Things collect dust. The time and money you spend on things will one day ruin you. The fewer things you have, the more free you are. Buy wisely.
Fun is underrated. How often do you have fun? Life is short and you need to enjoy it. And stop thinking about what others will think when you feel good. Just enjoy it.
Mistakes are good. We often try to avoid mistakes, forgetting that they are what lead us to success. Be prepared to make mistakes and learn from your mistakes.
Friendship requires attention. Protect your friendship as ornamental plant. It will pay off.
Experience comes first. If you can’t decide whether to buy a sofa or go on a trip, always choose the second. Joy and positive memories are much cooler than material things.
Forget about anger. The satisfaction from anger goes away after a few minutes. And the consequences can last much longer. Listen to your emotions and when anger comes, take a step in the opposite direction.
And remember kindness. A small dose of kindness can do wonders for those around you. And it requires little effort from you. Practice this daily.
Age is a number. When you're 20, you think 50 is a nightmare. But when you're 50, you feel like you're 30. Our age shouldn't dictate how we approach life. Don't let the numbers change the real you.
Vulnerability heals. Being open, real and vulnerable is great. This gives people around you the opportunity to trust you and share their emotions with you, and you can share them in return.
Posturing builds walls. Creating an image of another person in order to impress someone will play a cruel joke on you. Very often people see the real you through the image, and this turns them off.
Sport is power. Sports activities on permanent basis should become part of your lifestyle. It makes you stronger physically, mentally and emotionally. It also improves health and appearance. Sport is the cure for all diseases.
Resentment hurts. Let her go. There is simply no other correct way.
Passion improves life. When you find any activity you're passionate about, every day becomes a gift. If you haven't found your passion yet, make it a goal to do so.
Travel gives experience and expands consciousness. Traveling makes you more interesting, wiser and better. They teach you how to interact with people, their habits and cultures.
You are not always right. We think we know the answer to every question, but we don't. There is always someone smarter than you, and your answers are not always correct. Remember this.
This will pass. Whatever happens in life, it will pass. Time heals and things change.
You define your purpose. Life is boring without a goal. Decide what is important to you and build your life around it.
Often risk is good. To change your life, you have to take risks. Making smart, risky decisions helps you grow.
Change is always for the better. Life is changing, and you shouldn't resist it. Don't be afraid of change, go with the flow and take life as an adventure.
Thoughts are unreal. Thousands of thoughts fly through your head every day. Many of them are negative and scary. Don't trust them. These are just thoughts and they will not become reality unless you help them.
You can't control others. We want the people around us to behave the way we want them to. But the reality is that we cannot change other people. Respect the uniqueness and independence of each person.
Your body is a temple. We all have something we hate about our bodies. But our body is the only thing that belongs only to us. Treat him with respect and take care of him.
Touch heals. There are many touches positive properties. They normalize the heartbeat, improve well-being and relieve stress. This is a gift meant to be shared.
You can handle it. It doesn't matter what situation is in your head. The reality is that you can handle it. You are much stronger and wiser than you think. You will get through this and survive.
Gratitude makes a person happier. And not only to the one to whom gratitude is addressed, but also to the one who says it. Don't forget to thank people for everything they do for you.
Listen to your intuition. Your judgment is very important, but intuition is your superpower. She uses your experience and life model to find the answer to any question. Sometimes it arises spontaneously, and it is better to listen to it.
Remember yourself first. Don't be narcissistic, but remember that the most important person to you is yourself.
Being honest with yourself is freedom. Be honest with yourself. Self-deception is blinding oneself.
Ideals are boring. Perfectionism will make your life boring. Our differences, characteristics, phobias and shortcomings are what make us unique. Remember this.
Take action to find purpose in life. She won't find herself. Help her with this and do everything possible to find the target.
Small things are important too. We all expect big victories and achievements, forgetting that they consist of small and sometimes even imperceptible steps. Appreciate these steps.
Learn. Always. If you think that you know at least 1% of everything that is in our world, then you have never been more mistaken. Learn every day, learn something new about different things. Studying keeps our brain in good shape, even in mature age.
Aging is inevitable. Our bodies age and we cannot stop them. The best way slow down aging - enjoy life and live every day to the fullest.
Marriage changes people. The person with whom you have connected your life will change over time. But so do you! Don't let these changes take you by surprise.
Worry is pointless. You should only worry if it leads you to a solution to the problem. But the nature of worry is such that this will never happen. Worry shuts down your brain and you are simply unable to resolve the situation. So learn to cope with anxiety and try to get rid of it.
Heal your wounds. Don't let wounds from your past affect you real life. Don't pretend they don't mean anything. Find support from loved ones or those who professionally treat emotional trauma.
Simpler is better. Life is full of complications, confusion and obligations that only make it worse. Simple life gives space for joy and favorite activities.
Do your job perfectly. If you want to achieve anything in life, you have to work. Of course, there are rare exceptions, but don't count on them. Rely on yourself.
It's never too late. Late is just an excuse for not trying. You can achieve your goals at any age.
Actions heal sadness. Any action is a cure for worries, procrastination, melancholy and anxiety. Stop thinking and do something.
Do what you want. Be proactive. Don't wait for life to throw you a bone. You may not like its taste.
Let go of your prejudices. Don't be attached to society's opinions or beliefs. Be open to any opportunity or idea. You will be surprised how many opportunities life gives you if you don't reject them.
Words matter. Think before you speak. Don't use words to hurt someone. Once you do this, there is no turning back.
Live every day. When you are 90 years old, how many days will you have left? Live and appreciate each of them.
Love is the answer to every question. Love is why we are here. This is the force that moves the world. Share it and express it every day. Make the world a better place.
One of the most terrible diagnoses, which a person can set for himself - “it’s too late.” It’s too late to believe that you will find love, it’s too late to learn new things, it’s too late to change your profession or seek happiness - in a word, it’s too late to change anything in life. People who make this diagnosis often forget a simple truth, which is known by default to all Christians: while we are alive, it is not too late to change something.
Clear examples of this thesis are the stunning biographies of women from all over the world who turned their lives around and proved that it is never too late to realize even the most incredible dream.
Cindy Joseph. USA, New York
Every age is beautiful
She had never tried to look younger in her life. Didn't paint it White hair. Didn't do makeup. I did not use anti-aging cosmetics.
One day, Cindy, a make-up and make-up artist, attracted a Dolce & Gabbana agent with her eccentricity, who was just looking for a model for a shoot. This was the beginning of Cindy Joseph's career. She starred for various brands, and then, bombarded with questions about anti-aging cosmetics, decided to open her own business.
“We must stop being slaves to cosmetics. Real beauty— in the ability to enjoy life, regardless of age,” says Cindy confidently. Therefore, the cosmetics that her company produces are not anti-aging, but “anti-aging”. It is designed to convince clients that they are at the right and wonderful age.
The cosmetics business takes up so much of Cindy Joseph's time and energy that, at 62, she was forced to postpone her wedding planned for last summer. The groom treats everything with understanding: after 60, there is no need to rush, he believes.
Lyudmila Voronova. Novosibirsk, Russia
Ironman Triathlon at 61
What is an Ironman triathlon? This is 4 km swimming, 180 km cycling and 42 km running - in a row, without a break.
Lyudmila Voronova, a pensioner from Novosibirsk, completed this distance in 14 hours and 25 minutes when she was 61 years old. When she was first invited to participate in a triathlon, Voronova did not believe that it was serious: the load was too much. But after completing the first marathon, she realized that she liked it.
The first was followed by a second, a third... Lyudmila not only participated, she repeatedly won the competition, which to an ordinary person It just seems impossible.
In addition to triathlons, Lyudmila conquers a variety of competitions, which she writes about on her VKontakte page. Lyudmila Voronova has big plans for the future. Age does not affect them in any way.
Heidemarie Schwermer. Germany, Dortmund
You don't need money to live happily
We all know stories about holy ascetics who renounced all property and wandered from city to city. But these are events of the distant past, these days this is impossible... Is this so?
Heidemarie Schwermer decided to conduct an experiment. She gave away her property, leaving only a suitcase with the most necessary things, and promised herself to live a year without using money.
It was difficult at first: in exchange for food and accommodation, Heidemarie washed windows. Depending on the needs of the owners, she could babysit the children, walk the dog, or clean the house. The feeling of freedom that she experienced while living without money was incomparable to anything. And Heidemarie continued the experiment.
She is now 70 years old. For 17 years, people have learned about it all over the world. Now Heidemarie Schwermer does not wash windows, but conducts consultations and lectures on life without material assets(she is a psychotherapist by profession).
“It is believed that money is the key to all doors. I became convinced that trust and love could just as well be the key,” says Heidemarie.
Doris Long. UK, Portsmouth
Industrial mountaineering at 99 years old
When Mrs. Long was 85, she happened to see people practicing a relatively new sport: abseling. It was necessary to go down a steep slope using a cable. Mrs. Long decided to try it too - and was delighted.
Since then, Doris Long has completed more than 20 charity runs, raising money for hospitals and hospices. At the age of 92, she descended from the 70-meter Millgate House building (the most high building in Portsmouth). And in May last year Doris Long climbed down an 11-story building. A birthday cake was waiting for her downstairs: it was on this day that she turned 99 years old.
Richelle Jones. USA, New York
Start a new life so as not to live the life of your son
Miles was the only one, late and endless desired child. Richelle vowed that she would do everything for his happiness. Home education and upbringing, constant care and the opportunity to move from San Francisco to New York so that her son could study at a special art school—the mother provided all this for her son. But after moving to New York, it turned out that her son had grown up, and Richelle urgently needed to look for meaning in her empty life...
“I am very proud of my son’s achievements. But now I want him to be proud of my achievements,” Jones decided. She figured out what interests and opportunities might be useful for arranging a new life. After some thought, Richelle signed up for photography and web design courses, built her own website and began posting pictures of her cakes there.
Now Richelle Jones has her own bakery. But despite a million things to do, loving mother still prays for Miles every morning and considers raising his son his most successful project.
Evgenia Stepanova. Russia, Saint-Petersburg
At 74, platform jumping champion
When 60-year-old Evgenia Stepanova announced to her family that she was starting sports career, there was no limit to the indignation of the family. Her husband and son dissuaded her from this idea as best they could. But Evgenia always dreamed of professional sports, although she worked as an engineer all her life. Now she was determined.
17-year-old granddaughter Katya is the only one who supported her grandmother. Katya helped correspond with sponsors and look for money for the first trip. Evgenia Stepanova went to the European Championships in Austria - and won.
Now Evgenia is 74. She actively participates in competitions, prepares for new championships and helps Katya raise her great-grandchildren.
“When there is a goal, you need to go towards it without turning back. If you choose a winding road, you can waste all your energy along the way,” says Evgenia Stepanova.
Montserrat Mecho. Spain, Barcelona
Smiling with a parachute
She's 79 and skydives. He also windsurfs, dives and rides alpine skiing. Why?
What she values most in life is the feeling of happiness. For 30 years now she has been rising into the sky, climbing mountains and falling to the bottom of the ocean to experience this happiness of being alive again and again. Her motto: “We all need to smile as often as possible!”
Joan Price. USA, Santa Rosa
Sex after 60 is the norm
By the age of 57, Joan’s life had already developed and “settled down.” Lonely woman who wrote notes about healthy way life and taught dance classes. This continued until the day He dropped in on her classes.
Robert was 64, and at first Joan didn't understand what had happened. What kind of love story can there be after 60?
Gradually, a strong friendship began between Joan and Robert, and one day, after a frank and touching correspondence, they began to whirlwind romance. "These were better relationship in my life,” Joan admits. “I realized that sex doesn’t disappear with age. On the contrary, he is getting even better.”
Having found out that there is practically no literature about sex life In adulthood, Joan decides to write such a book herself. The year the book was published, she and Robert got married.
Unfortunately, Robert died of cancer two years later. Joan dedicated her second book to her dearly beloved husband.
Now Joan Price continues to teach dance classes: “Of all the activities in which you touch the floor with both feet, dancing is the most enjoyable,” she says.
Sania Sagitova. Russia, Ufa
Hitchhiking World at 69
Having retired at the age of 55, Saniya Sagitova decided that she wanted to travel. To hitchhike. At 69, she has traveled to 40 countries and traveled through almost all regions of Russia. To always be ready to help the driver, Sania completed a driving course. “The doctors found a bunch of illnesses in me,” she admits, “they even offered to apply for disability. But what kind of disabled person am I if I drive non-stop all over the world!”
Sania is currently studying Spanish. Next year she plans to conquer Latin America.
Anna Halprin. USA, Kentfield
Beat cancer by dancing
When Anna Halprin was diagnosed with colon cancer at 51, it seemed like she could say goodbye to life. This disease is incurable in our time.
Arriving home, Anna took paints and painted a menacing abstract spot on a large canvas: this is how she imagined her cancer. And then she called her friends and performed a rather strange and very emotional dance in front of this picture. This is how she expressed her emotions. So she asked for healing.
Surprisingly, cancer was defeated!
Since then, Anna Halprin has been teaching other people simple things: how to listen to yourself, how to understand your body. Now Anna is 95, she conducts daily classes, dance lessons and workshops to unleash creativity.
"Happiness requires careful attitude. Nourish it, give it time to grow and get stronger,” says Anna.
1. Start making time for yourself. Just for yourself, and not for friends, relatives, acquaintances. Ask yourself the question more often: “Why exactly now?” It is the answer that comes to mind first that will be correct. Of course, it’s a good idea to do exactly what you’ve been putting off.
2. Forgive. Sometimes we return our thoughts to the past, remembering those who once offended us. The easy way to get rid of it is to forgive.
3. Ask. Very often we want to ask for something, but we cannot - conscience, pride, embarrassment do not allow it. How does a person know that we need support? Maybe it's worth asking for help sometimes.
4. Implement cherished desires. If your desire is not beyond the realm of fantasy, it is quite possible that the moment has come when you should dream and fulfill your desires.
5. Become yourself. Choose a day off and behave exactly the way you want, without thinking about the consequences.
6. Accept yourself as you are. You may not have the body of a supermodel. Love yourself exactly the way you are.
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Tip 2: 10 things you should never do happy couples
Every couple in love has their own secrets of well-being. But there are 10 things that happy couples never do. If people want to save warm relations for a long period of time, they should also give up these things.
If you observe people in love from the outside, it seems that they are simply lucky to have found their other half. It turns out that this is not entirely true. To achieve harmony in a relationship and maintain love, you need to give up 10 things.
All of the above rules are conditional. It is not recommended to elevate them to a cult by printing them out on a separate sheet of paper and magnetizing them to the refrigerator or some other place. If you do this, then in the end, constantly following these rules will begin to irritate both of you sooner or later. It is better to follow them on a subconscious level.
When trying to search for motivational stories online, most often you come across stories famous people about their success. Yes, such stories are very inspiring, but there are others - these are the stories of ordinary people that you may have never heard, but which are no less impressive for that. 16 people from this list are exactly the same ordinary people, just like you!
1. “This idea took off and spread like wildfire.”
Some good summer memories from your childhood most likely involve trampolines, a great activity for kids. However, Rick Platt saw even greater potential in this entertainment: in 2004 he patented " sports ground made of trampolines, surrounded by walls, and the sports that are practiced on this site." Rick called his invention "Sky Zone" - he presented it to the public as a platform on which a person could fly. The site became so popular that its use went beyond sports purposes: it was accidentally discovered that playing on the playground has a positive effect on autistic children.
2. “Age is just a number that gives most people the opportunity to be lazy and do nothing.”
Meet Sam Bryant Jr. Sam is a bodybuilder and is 70 years old. Yes, you read that right, and your eyes are not deceiving you! What's even more amazing is that he started training at age 44. Then Bryant was getting divorced and needed a break from harsh reality- this is what brought him to the hall. 26 years later he looks younger than the year he started!
3. “Go to a therapist or get a dog.”
Carol Gardner was 52; She had neither a job nor an income, but she still had a lot of debts from her previous marriage. She also suffered from depression, and her friend advised her: “Go to a therapist or get a dog.” Gardner chose the latter and named the dog Zelda. Feeding a 4-month-old English bulldog wasn't cheap, so when Gardner discovered a photo contest with dog food as a prize, she was quick to enter. The photo won the competition, Gardner sent it to a postcard printing company, they accepted it and asked for new photos. Now Gardner (and Zelda, of course!) has her own business selling photo postcards.
4. "You can't be too old"
Betty Kalman is 87 years old and teaches yoga. She gives 11 lessons a week, and at her age this seems incredible. Since the age of 15, Betty wanted to do yoga, but she constantly did not have time due to study and work. When she got married and she and her husband opened their own hotel, she started doing yoga. "The body is an amazing tool. It can stretch and stretch and get better with age. Forget about age."
5. “One thing I wanted to do was feel a little like a child.”
Liverpool's Alistair Humphreys has always been a bit strange. His red hair makes him stand out from the rest, but it's his wanderlust that makes him a truly unique character. He set himself the goal of visiting every country in the world - and he did it on a bicycle! It took him four years, but he definitely saw more of the world than any other person on Earth.
6. “The first 32 kilometers are not that difficult. During the last 10 kilometers, I talked to God.”
This bearded miracle has been called the “turbaned tornado” and “Sikh superman.” His real name is Fauja Singh, but he earned his nicknames in an honest and amazing way: he is the world's oldest marathon runner, at 105 years old. Most people in the world will not even begin to undertake this task - and in at a young age Same!
7. “If you're excited about a well-thought-out idea, the risk is NOT trying it.”
Anthony Full's business idea began with his love of cutting people's hair. Since 1979, he spent time with scissors in his hands and improved as a professional. Soon he took out a loan and opened his own hairdressing salon for men - Rock Barbers. In the first year, it brought him $50,000 in profit.
8. “Four fingers and thirteen toes are not a reason not to do what you love.”
In 1985, Rosaleen Moriarty-Simmons became the first student at Cardiff University with a physical disability. This was new to most institutions at the time, so standards had not yet been developed. As a result, Rosaleen had to write notes with her mouth. It turned into a means of self-expression when she started painting. As you can see, she draws amazingly!
9. “There are so many people in the world doing amazing things. They are great people, and I want to be great too!”
At the age of 11, Liang Yaoyi, a boy from China, turned out to be wise beyond his age. The boy, who dreamed of becoming a doctor and a support for his mother, was diagnosed with a brain tumor, and the prognosis was quite gloomy. Just days before his death, a brave boy donated his organs to other patients. When Liang left, the doctors silently bowed to him. His mother is crying in the background of the gurney.
10. “I felt like I would find her now.”
If the dictionary entry for the word "hero" was illustrated with photographs, it would definitely include a photo of Temar Boggs. When a five-year-old girl disappeared in his area, Temar and his friends volunteered to look for her in parallel with the police search. The day was approaching evening, and the team began to fear that they would not have time to find the girl before dark. Around 6:30 p.m., Temar noticed an unfamiliar car in the area and his intuition began to fly like a bird in a cage. He chased the car for 15 minutes until the car spun and the girl was thrown out of it. Temar is a hero, and his example proves that intuition should be listened to.
11. “Keep doing what you’re good at for as long as you can.”
Dr. Leila Denmark is the oldest practicing physician in America. She participated in the development of the whooping cough vaccine back in 1932! She was born on February 1, 1898.
"I have enjoyed every minute of my work for over 70 years. If I could live a second life, I would live it exactly the same."
12. “Finally I reached the knackers and decided to try my luck there.”
Wang Yan was a successful Chinese businessman. When he came home, he was greeted by his faithful friend, his beloved dog. When the dog disappeared, Yan searched everything until a friend suggested that his last resort was to check the knacker. The 29-year-old businessman never found the dog, but the conditions he saw at the slaughterhouse seemed so pathetic to him that he bought it and turned it into a shelter for 2,000 dogs.
13. “At first the villagers laughed at me.”
Dashrath Manjhi worked all his life to alleviate the lot of all the sick of his village, in contrast to the lot that befell his wife. Dashrath Manjhi's wife died without receiving timely medical care, since the road from their village to the nearest city in which this assistance could be provided bypassed an extensive mountain formation and was more than 70 km long. Not wanting anyone else to share the fate of his wife, Dashrath single-handedly cut through mining education a 110 m long passage, working daily for 22 years (from 1960 to 1982), thanks to which the road between the areas was reduced to one kilometer.
14. “I wanted to read the Scriptures myself.”
At the age of 84, Kenyan Kimani Maruge's main desire was to start attending school - as a child, his family could not afford this. He began his studies in first grade, much to the surprise of his teachers and mentors. It took time to get used to, but over time the school got used to the idea of the oldest student primary classes. The story of Maruge was made into a film in 2011.
15. “Work hard, believe in yourself, never give up, and even at 70 you can achieve your goal.”
Sometimes life does not go exactly as usual, but in a somewhat chaotic order. Usually people finish school first, then get married, build a family and a career. For this man named Thap Van Kieu, things happened differently: at the age of 70, he graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in the company of people old enough to be his grandchildren. It's never too late!
16. "I'm Still Alive"
This amazing man named Fred Mack celebrated his centenary with a parachute jump from a height of four thousand meters. We think there is no need to comment: boring people don’t live long! Mac's doctor says he has been his patient for 20 years and is in excellent shape.