Mark Twain - Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter
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Welcome to The Daily Quote – a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for March 22nd. Today is... As Young As You Feel Day, which is a holiday I can fully get behind. It’s a day to forget what the calendar says and embrace the energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm of youth—without, of course, the questionable fashion choices. Yes baggy pants can be too baggy and how many new ways can there be to wear a baseball cap anyway?
But seriously, age is just a number - isn't it?
And that brings me to today’s quote, which fits perfectly.
We have yet another quote from Mark Twain, who once said,
"Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter."
Now, Twain was a master of wit, and he had a way of making deep truths sound like casual banter. What he’s saying here is pretty simple—age isn’t about numbers, it’s about attitude. If you focus on feeling young, staying curious, and keeping that spark of joy alive, the number on your driver’s license becomes a lot less relevant.
Think about it—there are people in their twenties who act like grumpy old men, and there are people in their seventies who are out there learning new skills, dancing, and enjoying life like they just discovered how fun it can be.
The difference? Mindset.
So, on this As Young As You Feel Day, why not do something youthful? Dance in your kitchen, tell a terrible joke, try something new, or just refuse to let the idea of age dictate what you can or can’t do. Because in the end, you’re only as old as your attitude lets you be.
If you enjoyed today’s episode, share it with a friend - no age discrimination here. I'm Andrew McGivern signing off for today but I’ll be back tomorrow - same pod time, same pod station with another Daily Quote.