In 2008, an old lady in the United Kingdom celebrated her 105th birthday happily. And the secret of her longevity, ordinary people can't do.
Clara Mayadmore is a Scottish woman born in 1903. In 1905, the Titanic tragedy occurred, and she was only 2 years old when she couldn't understand the fragility of life, but this incident started her long and extraordinary life.
After the outbreak of World War I, Clara traveled with her parents to many places, Egypt, Canada, and New Zealand. This allowed her to see the impermanence and cruelty of the world as a child, and also cultivated an independent and self-reliant character.
In 1920, at the age of 17, Clara returned to England alone and began a long journey to earn a living.
Clara has a tough personality and excellent work ability, and has worked as a housekeeper and a female secretary in several large families.
At the same time, an unhappy marriage also became a turning point in her life. The neighbor's wife gradually became emaciated after marriage, and her husband was even more distressed after cheating. Clara witnessed all this, and she didn't want to repeat the mistakes of the past, so she resolutely chose not to marry for the rest of her life.
Clara, who has no family burden, puts all her energy into her work. She is diligent and dedicated, and is trusted and praised by her employers. In the workplace, Clara is much better than her peers, and she earns a lot of money.
Friends wondered why she wanted to live a single life, and her answer was simple - if you don't have the expectation of marriage, you will naturally have no disappointment and trouble.
In 1940, Clara volunteered to join the Royal Army Women's Regiment and was posted to serve in Egypt. After being discharged from the army, she returned to her old job until she returned to her hometown to spend her old age after retirement.
During this time, many suitors proposed to her, but she firmly refused. She is more willing to have platonic spiritual communication with people, which has become one of the secrets of her youthful vitality.
At the age of 97, Clara was still able to take care of the flowers and trees in her home. In 2008, she celebrated her 105th birthday, and she was quick-witted, but she didn't watch much TV or drink.
The Queen of England sent a congratulatory letter, and Clara drank a few rare glasses of wine, and her heart was full of joy.
When asked by the media about the secret of her longevity, Clara did not hesitate to tell the truth - a lifelong stay away from men and no sex.
She believes that although most people can't do this, it is this unique lifestyle that has allowed her to gain true freedom and avoid many unnecessary troubles.
Clara's life reflects not only a unique wisdom, but also a reflection on life and the world. She chose professional struggle and personal growth rather than clinging to a marital relationship for happiness and security.
Even at the age of 100, she retains a positive, simple and desireless state of mind. It can be said that it is this state of life full of pure heart and self-confidence that has made Clara Mayadmore the legendary life.
