I spent years dismissing my 81-year-old dad's advice about living in the now. I finally get what he was saying.

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The author's father always said he'd die young.

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My dad worked until he died, and I swore I'd do things differently. Now, at 71, I realize it's important to stay busy.

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A woman wearing a sweater, a backpack, and a knitted blue beanie walking down a wooded path. Her back is to the camera.
After my retirement, I learned that I need a routine to structure my days and make me feel more fulfilled.

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