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The Old Men And The Seat
The Old Men And The Seat
46 episodes
1 day ago

“At our age, the end is much closer than the beginning”.


Two old men sit down every week to reflect on their experiences through life, how they live their lives in the present day, and most importantly, how they’ve stopped giving a sh*t.


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“At our age, the end is much closer than the beginning”.


Two old men sit down every week to reflect on their experiences through life, how they live their lives in the present day, and most importantly, how they’ve stopped giving a sh*t.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Show more...
Self-Improvement
Personal Journals,
Education,
Society & Culture
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31 - Time Is Our Most Precious Commodity
The Old Men And The Seat
22 minutes 29 seconds
1 month ago
31 - Time Is Our Most Precious Commodity

In this deeply reflective episode, best friends Byron and Paul dive into their evolving relationship with time as they navigate middle age. They explore the shift from merely "getting through" days to genuinely appreciating the present moment, discussing how age has made them acutely aware that time is their most finite resource.


The conversation touches on:

  • Breaking free from societal expectations and the pursuit of "conditional happiness"
  • The importance of attention versus just time management
  • How terminal diagnoses change our perspective on what truly matters
  • Finding peace of mind through daily rituals and meaningful connections
  • The value of spending time with loved ones over bucket list adventures


Byron shares his journey from constantly trying to meet others' expectations to seeking enrichment in daily life, while Paul reflects on the challenge of being truly present. They conclude that their ideal life might simply be their current routine of walks, meaningful work, and time together - with perhaps a Merseyside derby thrown in.


A thought-provoking discussion about mortality, presence, and what makes a day well-lived, perfect for anyone questioning how they're spending their precious time.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Old Men And The Seat

“At our age, the end is much closer than the beginning”.


Two old men sit down every week to reflect on their experiences through life, how they live their lives in the present day, and most importantly, how they’ve stopped giving a sh*t.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.