Summary
Highlights
Introduction to Janette, a 105-year-old woman with a unique perspective on life, interviewed in New York City.
Janette discusses her lifestyle, including eating habits, sleep, and past smoking habits, emphasizing that longevity isn't entirely within one's control, referencing the concept of a predetermined life.
Janette shares what makes her happy: people and kindness, reflecting on the simpler times of her childhood and the importance of treating others well.
Discussion on dealing with worries about the future and the importance of people treating each other well.
Janette reflects on her unrealized dream of being a singer. She shares the importance of pursuing your dreams because it's never too late to change paths.
Janette discusses her almost 60-year marriage, attributing its success to communication and overlooking faults. She also considers the impact of women's financial independence on modern marriages.
Janette advises her 25-year-old self to not marry so young and emphasizes the role of fate. She reiterates to treat people the way you want to be treated.