68-year-old Author Shares The 3 Biggest Lessons He Learned About Living A Happy Life

In a recent piece for CNBC, 68-year-old author George Jerjian unveiled his transformative journey that reshaped his perspective on life and happiness.

What Happened: Following a health scare that necessitated an early exit from his career, Jerjian said he embarked on a path of self-reflection, which led him to a spiritual retreat in North Wales.

There, he unearthed profound insights into living a life devoid of regrets and full of purpose, he wrote.

As 2015 drew to a close, Jerjian recalled that he found himself in a rut, feeling a void that seemed impossible to fill. It was this inner turmoil that guided him to a sanctuary called St. Beuno's.

One of the cornerstone philosophies Jerjian said he adopted was the relinquishment of control, a practice encouraging individuals to release their grip on the uncontrollable aspects of life.

He wrote that he also learned to visualize favorable outcomes and express thankfulness even before they materialized, a practice grounded in research.

Furthermore, Jerjian said he cultivated an understanding of the symbiotic relationship between crises and opportunities. He recognized that every notable milestone in his life was preceded by a challenging period, a realization that fostered a deeper appreciation for all of his life's moments.

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"Write down all the great times in your life, or the moments you are most proud of. Then, next to it, list the difficult moment that gave you the skills or created the opportunity to achieve those goals," he said. 

As he delved deeper into his introspective journey, Jerjian said he confronted his innermost fears and desires. He also unearthed a deep-seated passion for helping others. This newfound purpose convinced him to come out of retirement and establish a coaching business focused on helping retirees.

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This story is part of a series of features on the subject of success, Benzinga Inspire.

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