Age Quote by Matthieu Ricard
“Various studies indicate that with age people gain more wisdom about life and are somehow happier than younger people. This is especially true if, as we age, we learn how to become more generous, altruistic, and peaceful.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Happiness, Matthieu Ricard, 2003
With age, people often become wiser and happier, especially when they grow more generous and peaceful.
In simple terms: Aging can bring wisdom, generosity, and peace, leading to happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate generosity as you age.
Themes
wisdom
happiness
generosity
aging
peace
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- retirement planning
- volunteering
- mindfulness practice
- community building
Key Concepts
psychology
gerontology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can younger people foster generosity now?
- What practices support peace in later life?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone experiences increased happiness with age; health issues can impede it.
![“When you see those in healthcare who don't get this burn-out, they are very motherly, fatherly, or loving and attentive with the patients. [These] wonderful caretakers, doctors, and nurses don't get as much burn-out as people who are more defensive of the feelings and suffering of others.” quote by Matthieu Ricard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aaa/matthieu-ricard-4004_burn-out_when-you-see-those-in-healthcare-who-don_221267.jpg)
