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Years, No Excuses - The Mindset That Developed a Life of Success and Happiness!

27 min · 19. juni 2026
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✎ Get free access to our vault of PDF summaries for every YouTube video here: https://believe.evancarmichael.com/the-vault ✎ Louise is turning 90 soon, and she has a lifetime of wisdom to share! In this inspiring conversation, she reflects on her biggest wins—like becoming the North American Ladies Bridge Champion and leading a massive payroll system installation for Ontario Hydro. She talks about her love for competition, how she built a successful career in computer programming in her 30s, and the courage it took to always challenge herself. Louise also opens up about the lessons she’s learned about honesty, resilience, and why money isn’t as important as people think. ✎ Looking back, Louise shares what she would tell her younger self—like the importance of family, something she didn’t fully appreciate until later in life. She talks about the challenges of raising kids while pursuing a career, and how she and her husband have supported each other through the years. She even credits herself for helping him reach the age of 98 by ensuring he eats a healthy diet! As she prepares to celebrate her 90th birthday with four generations of her family, she reflects on how her priorities have shifted over the years. ✎ From growing up in Shanghai to moving to Canada, Louise’s journey is filled with incredible experiences and valuable life lessons. She talks about overcoming challenges, staying true to herself, and why having a happy family and a fulfilling career is her definition of success. Her story is a reminder that life is about taking risks, staying honest, and never settling for less than what you’re capable of. If you’re looking for inspiration from someone who has truly lived life to the fullest, Louise’s wisdom is something you won’t want to miss! ✎ Delmanor offers Tridel's inspired retirement living across the Greater Toronto Halton Area. To learn more, visit: https://delmanor.com/ ★ BOOKS ★ • Momentum: https://amzn.to/3kJZIAv • Build to Serve: https://amzn.to/3XZiCSg • Your One Word: https://amzn.to/3R9qVII • The Top 10 Rules for Success: https://amzn.to/3JcNZVe • 254 Confidence: https://amzn.to/3jdh9c2 ★ RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU ★ If you liked this video, you'll love these ones: • How to Let Go of STRESS and Truly Enjoy Life - 88 Years of Life LESSONS! - https://youtu.be/jGVZXAmnqOs • Life Advice From an 86-Year-Old That Will Stick With You Forever! - https://youtu.be/ZmfqYMoHOu0 • HOW A 92-Year-Old Avoided Regrets: Family, Discipline, and Life Lessons! - https://youtu.be/Az0vkLMdnOI ⚑ SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL ⚑ If you want to do great things you need to have a great environment. Create one by subbing and watching daily. http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=Modelingthemasters ツ CONNECT WITH ME ツ Leave a comment on this video and it'll get a response. Or you can connect with me on different social platforms too: • My Live Calendar: http://evancarmichael.live/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evancarmichael/ • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@evancarmichael • Discord: http://evancarmichael.biz • Twitter: https://twitter.com/evancarmichael • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evancarmichael/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EvanCarmichaelcom • Website: http://www.evancarmichael.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for watching - I really appreciate it :) Much love, Evan #Believe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

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