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Does anyone feel old and useless with age?

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Mar 22 4:21pm | Replies (192)
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@sueinmn

Please, Scott, do not underestimate the gift you are to your friend!
Imagine what a world this would be if every person, whether completely healthy or living with physical and/or mental health challenges, did one kindness or service for another person, without expecting anything in return.

I have been reading your posts since you joined us on Connect, and am awed at all you are doing to regain purpose in your life and to recover from your stroke.

Thank you,
Sue

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Scott R L | @scottrl | Oct 12, 2023

Thank you, Sue.

It's a struggle every hour, but I remind myself that I'm a lucky guy. A loving wife, a happy and laughter-filled marriage, a debt-free situation, a peaceful home, and still in possession of my mental capacity.

I have been given much in life, so I try to give back, even in small ways. I can't build a house or even mow a lawn, but I can encourage others, or even just listen to someone who just needs someone to care. I can do at least that.

When I was hospitalized after the stroke, I was 300 miles from home and scared out of my wits. I reached out via text and email to friends and colleagues, and about half never responded at all, ever. That hurt, a lot. I try to ease that sort of isolation for others.

Thanks again for your kind comment.

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