Quote by Dorothea Kent

A man ninety years old was asked to what he attributed his longevity. I reckon, he said, with a twinkle in his eye, it because most nights I went to bed and slept when I should have sat up and worried.

A man ninety years old was asked to what he attributed his l

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that the key to the man's long life was not taking life's worries too seriously. By highlighting the contrast between sleep and worry, the quote implies that stressing over things excessively can be detrimental to one's health and happiness. The man's lighthearted response with a twinkle in his eye hints at the importance of maintaining a positive and carefree attitude, and not allowing stress or worry to dominate daily life.

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By Dorothea Kent

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