Advice to the young

[rtyees]

take my advice Gerry, NEVER give advice to the young, it will always appear off-beam from their perspective & that'll make them feel superior. There are however certain immutable precepts which of course still hold true 1.get a good tailor 2.never read Ibsen or Bernard Shaw 3.never refer to your valet as "my man". The last pup I helped with this advice made some rather peppery remarks which directly resulted in the ruination of a perfectly good umbrella

[Kendof]

19(despite what my profile says) and I think advice can be valuable. There are people who will give it without trying to understand the other person. I think we have ears for a reason, if you don't use them you lose out. However sometimes you need to go against what everyone tells you if you're going to achieve your dreams.

[Alex131787]

very well spoken

[GFharrybutt]

You are the best example why young people need to respect the old!

[underwesterneyes]

A Social Network never Too Far off space

[commanderkool868]

I'm 14 and if I recieved advice older people I would probably take it to heart because they have such a vast resource of knowledge, so I would most likely follow their advice.

[Loganator456]

I have so much respect for you, Peter.

[icklelottiex]

i always find it interesting to ask the older generation what the most important thing they have learned in their life so far, and i get mixed responses. some older folk tend to get a bit annoyed about the question, others give me a good and interesting answer. i think you can receive advice from anyone and there's something to be gained from anyone you happen to meet :)

[geezerart]

Never piss off your waitress, surgeon or dentist!

[lcole07]

"When in doubt, do what is right. It will please some, and astonish the rest." - Mark Twain

Larry - Hobe Sound, Fl

[stutwostep]

Well, being a relatively young guy at 22, there's only two bits of advice ever given to be that really made a difference, the first being that an education in priceless; it is literally the key to the world. The second being don't live your life close-minded; say yes to new opportunities and don't be afraid to take chances. Oh, and do what you want to do with your life, as it is, after all, *your* life.

[ThirdDimensional]

I'm a Young viewer. And when I need advice I go to my Sister who is around her late 20's. Like you I don't like to give advice that much just in case I give the wrong answer. But if I do know alot about the subject that the advice is stated on I will give my advice to that person, because I am exsperienced in it. Like for exsample soccer. I played soccer for many years and if people needed advice on the sport it would be easy for me to share it with them. :)

[ShLo16]

I am a 19 year old viewer. I gladly recive advice from anyone I of course filter it by the credibility of the adviser, however I dont know you tho i would find you quite credible. I find any older person credible, mainly becasue of their exprience and years behind them. So I say use that becasue young people can benifit from it, the older generation is very valuable in its wisdom we have much to learn about everything from them. So I encourage you to give advise. Not judgment but simply advice.

[artettina]

I go to my dad usually first thing. Then my siblings. I think they understand me the most.

[juliemusic87]

brilliant video i think you where in a interview online with miaarose if it was you oh i sent you an inbox hope you get it ok

[evideo2008]

I like this page.

[jsanti1984]

I receive and dispense advice unsolicited and otherwise very gladly, I think the primary evolutionary purpose of communication is to warn and inform others of possible dangers and opportunites based on prior experience. If I disagree with the advice given to me I usually thank the person for their concern and their good intentions. Others' experiences can be invaluable in predicting the outcome of some situations, and I think people should have an appreciation for the advice of older people.

[xLakshmex]

The only point of giving advice to younger people is at 50 I have made all kinds of mistakes and learned from them (hopefully, that is). Maybe I can help them not do some of the dumb things I have. Best advice though... life's an adventure and time passes faster than you think, so enjoy it to the full and try not to hurt yourself or others along the way...

[Gruppob]

thanks and cheers from the usa

[teawead]

Stop watching the fucking video is you don't like it, you piece of crap need a royal beating. Their people here who enjoy this.

[heresKAIDE]

I'm fourteen, and whenever I need some advice I go to my parents, who aren't very old, but old enough to know what to say (49 and 50 years). On most subjects I ask my dad, but their are some my mom's better with. :)

[noxiously]

Nice video, this guy is awesome. Keep up with your videos on here, they are great.

[singsong9]

Geriatric1927, I don't get specific advice from older people, but I try to have discussions with them about some of their experiences.  Then I can consider their actions when I'm in similar situations. In that way, I guess they're more of an inspiration to me than a source of very direct advice.

Thanks!

[tonylicious73]

all of youtube videos are pointless to some extent... have some fucking repsect and if you dont wanna watch it dont.

[ahardy5891]

god ur microphone is annoying my ears are bleeding

[Shakariunborn]

Hey Guys look at my vids n subscribe :)

[mim1988]

If I need adice then having someone who has already experienced what I'm going through would be the best person to talk to.

[tatze1986]

i ask my parents for advice, well it really depends what i need to know. But i always consider other peoples advice. I don't just do what they tell me, but i give it a thought and rethink what i thought. Older people just know more about life than us young ones, why not profit from it, if they are willing to share?

[seansloth]

I get advice from older people sometimes, and usually I take it to heart. I havn't experienced nearly as much as them, so it would usually be in my best interest to heed their words. On the other hand I firmly believe that a person should be allowed to make their own mistakes, as it is the only way they will learn from them, and learn to avoid such things in the future. So it always will depend on the circumstance I suppose...

[kyapello]

thanks for the..... advice.....?

[Hellooo06]

My advice to you is learn English. Let me put it in a way you can understand:

gb2.....2....skwl ?????????!!!

[tonylicious73]

hahahahah "... in a way you can understand: gb...2...skwl" thats good

[anniehiggy]

Unless asked for advice, I don't tend to give it. I'll lend an ear, but only partake my advice if asked.

However, and humorously, I find taking advice challenging - when I ask for advice, I admit there's still a little part of me secretly hoping the person I've asked advice from will give the advice I was wishing for. If the advice is opposite of what I thought of, I sometimes think: "Dagnabit..." (for lack of uncensored words). It's a learning process, and I have far to go to be a jedi.

[MooJonMan]

I love getting advice. Im 22

[mtd076]

If I could tell all children/young adults one thing it would be their character is the most important thing that they have and no one can take that away. Find out what excellent character means and strive for it. The world has a lot to offer those with excellent character.

[speedcrayzy]

We can count on Peter's listeners to

contribute appropriate aphorisms.

[30DFlickbook]

I believe that one of the reasons so many young people listen to you, is that you don't try to force your opinion. You are always kind and respectful, that's why Youtube calls you grandpa. We all love you!

[LawrenceErnie]

My advice to the young: Defend your culture, your people, your countries, or die.

[stupler]

Happy 2 years on YouTube. :)

[anjilsy]

good advice & respectable man

[DrSidPalp]

I'm ok with getting advice from elderly people. I think about the advice before deciding to take it or not.

[3dsworld]

Was the BBC radio place in Tuinbridge Wells?

They do BBC South East in Tubridge Wells,

It's quite a nice place...

I recomend it, message me back!

~Ed

[glennarcher39]

I am sure I will not be the only one to point this out, but here goes, Peter lives in Derbyshire and travelled 30 miles to a local radio station, not 200!.

[billydeeuk]

To a certain extent, I agree with Mr Lurman. I get advise from a lot of people and like to give advise myself. I think advices is always a good thing because people learn from collective experience. It's a bonding thing and I like it.

On the other hand, not all advice is good advice. I think one of the reasons people stop giving advice anymore is because nobody likes taking responsibility for things anymore, and to give advice would mean taking responsibilty for the outcomes

[billydeeuk]

Baz Lurman commented in his 1999 song 'Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)':

"Be careful whose advice you buy, but, be patient with those who supply it.

Advice is a form of nostalgia,

dispensing it is a way of fishing the past from the disposal, wiping it off,

painting over the ugly parts and recycling it for more than it's worth. "

[Fjordgnu]

I don't know if I've ever gotten any life advice from elderly people. I remember my grandad telling me, just between him and me, how lucky I was to have my mom, and how different she was from others. I guess it might count. It did open my eyes somewhat, too.

[Evershear]

Wether the person is young or old, wether I receive the advice favoribly is detrmined on how much I trust the other person to be genuwinely interested in my welfare.

[justinjsaley]

Hello Peter,

I just wanted to say that I have been watching your videos from from the begining and that I have very much enjoyed them. They have been very entertaining and very down to earth. Thank you for your stories. I look forward to all of your future videos.

[ImeldaLumos]

I'm fourteen and live in Sweden. I think it would be interesting to hear a lot of the elder generations advices and thoughts. But I'm not the person who had been exposed for the more important choices of live... But I don't know what I should answer, I always have to think a question through deeply, before I get satisfied with my answer. It's interesting to watch your videos, not just some bad-edited rubbish. You always have great subjects...

[P1X1E56]

I do give advice to my younger friends, and some of them surprise me by taking it. If they don't actually follow my advice I hoipe that at least they consider what I have to say and that my words in some way help them to come to the right conclusions. I guess that's all we can do. Oh, apart from listening to them rather than preaching all the time.

[1alex1pccom]

Go back to your Telling It All series...

[BraDRoBBo]

What would you consider a 'Young viewer'? I'm 19 :)

[SilverXofu]

' ™ ' what a sweet man :)

[abigaillikesmail]

I'm 16 and living in the UK. I wish that people WOULD give me advice more to be honest. I think it's died out a little to be honest. Especially advice on careers and that area of things. We have a careers advisor at school but sometimes you don't need someone who has guidelines and rules to follow when giving out the advice, you want advice from people who have actually experienced it.

Good video, Peter.

[christopherinsc1981]

nice

[jdekk136]

Great video.

I am 20 and I am a nurse. I get advice from elderly patients about life all the time. Just yesterday a patient asked if I was married and I said no, I am only 20 and I am single. She then proceeded to explain to me about finding the right man, and making sure I knew who I was before I even considered dating seriously. I think that elderly people have so much to share with us and stories about their life. So keep making the videos because I love hearing from you.

[perskarva123]

If i want some advice i go to my grandmother. she always know what to do =)

[HEarl114]

I am sorry, my video attention span will not last 4 and a half minutes today

[bizarreworld]

Life is yours to create, never let life create you. ™

..Or something.

[bizarreworld]

Life is yours to create, never let life create you. Or something.

[thisisthevoyeur]

I often give my son unsolicited advice, as I expect many parents do, but he usually does his own thing anyway! :))

I think it is good for younsters to listen to the views of older more experienced people, but nevertheless they have to make their own decisions and learn from their mistakes.

[Bugsy998]

Hello! I am not "young" and not "old"...very in-between. When I was young, I did get advice; it "sunk in" when it challenged me to look at life from a different perspective and really sunk in when I was wrong about something. I gave advice a lot when young. As Ive grown older, I don't. In the end, I think we all need to listen to our gut; our heart, make our own decision and learn from those outcomes. what helps is a lot of love from family and friends regardless the choice of our journey.

[turtleblues66]

advice to the young would be to finish school and go to college.

[NkiwiboyW13]

I have been given advice by my grandmother. Just little bits like dont do drugs and stay in school.

[jonesr999]

My grandfather, on his deathbed, awoke and saw me sitting near him and raised his head and said to me "Never buy drugs from someone nicknamed 'the squeeler'." Then his head fell back on the pillow and he was gone. I've never forgotten his advice.

[boxersforever1]

emmmm, interesting question peter.....

i'm always getting advice from people but from the older generation i always feel that they think they know what to say and stuff but, no offense but times have changed and what older people think is a good thing to say might easily get u in more bother these days

but mostly i listen to advice and use it to help my problem

[Luminasita]

I'd say I'm usually thankful for getting advice from an elder. It's been proven many times in my 26 years (much to my annoyance, sometimes) that often the advice given by such people is helpful and should be followed. It's the same as being a child and not touching a hot pot on the stove.

On the flip side, there are a few times where said advice just isn't applicable. People have changed, society is different, and technology- as we all know- has made leaps.

But usually, they're right!

~Kat

[irnotdum]

Holy crap I can't watch this! There's a high pitched noise that's making me go crazy! AHHHH

[glennarcher39]

Young people have two choices basically:

1.

Go to school/college, get an education and have fun along the way, you are on the route to a successful career. Enjoy life, travel the world, meet someone, get married, have kids (if applicable), etc.

2.

Don't go to school/college, get an ASBO, prison sentence, addicted to drink/drugs/crime, no mates only enemies, no family, no one wants you or loves you. End up dead before 30 or you might as well be.

Easy choice if you have a brain?

[james998964]

im saving part 1 of this somewhere, thats it in a nutshell

[glennarcher39]

You are a smart young man James, you are no doubt a credit to your parents upbringing.

[skycladwow]

Glennarcher39 are you a parent? or carer?

[glennarcher39]

If you want to know details about me then send me a message. This is Peter's video after all.

[TillThenPlease]

Or if you only think in Black n White. Glad you have everything figured out.

[glennarcher39]

I did say "basically", life is far more complicated than this, we all have different backgrounds. It's only a general rule of thumb for a young person to follow.

[pkbball31]

thats pretty harsh considering thats not always the case

[glennarcher39]

Read above reply..

and can you please remove the obscene remarks from your channel (i.e. whats up ya ....), what will the younger generation think of a person who is 27 and using what most people think is the worst swear word (it's no excuse to say you are American, neither). I am surprised that Youtube have not sent you an email.

[NAVARAOUTLAW]

I generally listen to advice- mostly in my twenties I was wrong to especially about a property portfolio I was about to develop.

[minhman13]

After a bit of thinking, I realized that there are no people I could go and ask for advice, especially from the older generations. This could be bad and good at the same times. I am fairly private person. & I personally think that you learn much more from first hand experience than second hand experiences.

[kardel100]

My advice would be ... Never ask your Mum to do something you are able, (but unwilling) to do. ;-)

[carolperez]

i think its important to wait till we're asked for advise

[TigerlilyCO2007]

Good question Grandad. I always go to my parents when I need advice on something because they've always given good, honest advice to me. I usually don't mind friends coming to me for advice but try to avoid questions when someone asks for advice dealing with relationships. I hope all is well your way Grandad. :o)

[warabe53]

Advice is always welcome, whether it is adhered to is an entirely different matter,my advice to younger people would be to live life to the full because you only get one shot at it, but applying the rules along the way, work hard, play hard is my motto, and respect those around you

[ladulaser]

I usually go to my mom for general advice, and to my dad when it's something gender-specific (having been stood up by a girl or something), and their advice usually help a lot.

[marsman57]

I take unsolicited advice with a grain of salt. Sometimes it is right on, but other times I feel like it is based upon assumptions that don't apply to my life. Of course, I have thought that and then later realized that I should have taken the advice after all :)

[babblestorm]

sometimes i find that can be because someone from the outside sometimes see something that you might not, the wood from the trees so to speak :)

[mazengothic]

well everyone needs some good support with thoughts and advices, and as long as it's not interference it will be greatly appreciated, and anyway, if the advicer was an elder it would be much better because all of the experiences he has passed, and it might be similar to those experiences younger people could get involved too..

Bye the way, you are great Peter, Thanks.

[mazengothic]

well everyone needs some good support with thoughts and advices, and as long as it's not interference it will be greatly appreciated, and anyway, if the advicer was an elder it would be much better because all of the experiences he has passed, and it might be similar to those experiences younger people could get involved too..

Bye the way, you are great Peter, Thanks.

[kenny29544]

Im 16 and advice is a very good thing for younger persons, firstly you tend to find the people around you whether they be young or old tend to have a lot more experience than you so if you are asking on advice then you shall get a great answer. Plus the person doesn't always need to take on board the advice but rather consider it no harm on trying to help someone. People yearn to learn :p Great vlog congrats on radio :)

Kenny

[callieland]

i always was more inclined to take and use the advice of my grandmother way more than that of my parents. there's just something about that extra generational gap between grandparents and grandkids that seems to invite healthy discussion. just my take and i'm 44 now but i remember it clearly.

[Colinnnnnnn]

Hi Peter,

I was reading Thoreau's Walden. He was saying no advice from old people is worth having. What a wanker!

[Renvi]

Lovely question! :D I don't think I'm quite old enough to be asked that question though...I'm not old enough to give out advice, that's for sure. :]

[WorldofWit]

Im glad you asked this! In short, I usually ask advice from my parents because they are on hand often, but when the occasion comes up I do get advice from my grandparents and the great thing about them is that I usually don't even have to ask. They hand out advice left and right! I'll probably post a video response later.

[jeremyshambles]

the best advice i heard recently was from an older gentleman and he told me that youre never too old to learn. he is really cool and plays a mean blues guitar, cheers

[Andyc18]

Great subject to talk about Peter! You are looking really well and theres no way I would say you looked 80 if I didn't know your age!

[Spintown7]

I value the advice more experienced members of my family give me. However on one side of my family when they give advice, it's more like they're telling you you have to do something their way. I really do value their advice, but it doesn't mean I'm going to see things their way all the time. When I don't I never hear the end of it, so that's the point in which getting advice becomes a pain in the rear for me. Great video Peter, I love your work.

[TamHickey67]

My advice wold be this.."We all make mistakes....try not to make the same ones we did when we were your age"

[Argentium009]

I'd pass on what my father said to me, "expect the worst and hope for the best".

[Nneka1963]

Hi my Dear Peter, That's one of the easiest questions in the world for me! Eventhough I'm nearly 45 years old, I still ask, take & receive advice from my very BEST Friend "MY LOVELY MUM!!!" She's brilliant!!!

How's your foot my love? Lot'S of hugs & kisses, Nnek@ ;o) xxx

[uniqlo47]

The best advice given me when I was young was from my ex-boyfriend's parents. I was torn between settling down and buying a house (not with their son) or spending the money travelling and seeing the world. Their advice? "You can always make money - travel, travel, travel. You will never regret it". They were so right.

[justjoey14]

I'm 15 and I like to hear advice, but that doesn't mean it always works out. Times have changed, yes, but people are vaguely still the same. Even so, the way to handle dilemmas have gone in different directions. So, I'll take advice, but I my not use it.

[bk4775]

Your grasp of proper grammar and sentence structure is quite refreshing. Keep up with your education; it appears you are a smart kid and are doing quite well.

[WERTY317]

Same I always do. Save money... pay your old guy first. Spend what's left.

[eagleeyez128]

I offer advice whenever asked as well. It seems the upcoming generation sometimes needs it, although thats not always the case. I learn from them as well.

[subfighter316]

hmmmm......Well I'd like to think I'm willing to hear almost anyones input on a situation and willing to give it if asked.

[WaMBaMkThNX]

keep rockin' pete thanks for the great videos

[waterlogged22]

You're spot on, Peter. Best not to give advice--that's what I think. And I'm older, like you.

[czaday]

I think there are three kinds of advice: 1)the often unhelpful unilateral directive, e.g. "do/don't do X."

2) open and honest dialogue about life experiences, which is precious precisely because it is so rare &

3) demonstration by example, which perhaps survives the longest. My grandma didn't nag "don't take life too seriously," she just tossed her head back with ringing laughter when she locked her keys in the car, etc.

The advice of elders is truly golden when it comes in the right form.

[shangrilyla]

It seems that most young people resist taking advice from older generations, especially unsolicited advice. Young people (I'm no exception) usually want to display their independence and learn from their own mistakes. However in hindsight it's usually the case that advice from your elders is right on track.

[genmama1955]

I prefer to rely on older people's advice. The thing about advice is, you can make a choice, take the advice or don't take the advice. At least you have another input, and older people really ARE wiser.

[pimp53X4life]

Troy,17: a few months ago i got into alot of problems and financial difficulty's and the person i went to for advice was one of my best friends fathers. i have trouble asking for advice from people my own age and people in my family, but i found talking to a friends father (his a Christian) it was easyer to put the full problem before him and receive advice purely from how he saw it, not advice from some1 who might not wont to hurt you or thinks they know you to well.

[Surax]

I was once having a conversation with a girl a few years younger then I was who was getting ready for her last year of high school, the year you choose where/if you're going to university. I told that a lot of people will give you advice and that she should smile and nod and do what you want.

[thepew]

The advice I'd give would be... Keep it in your pants.

[tecben]

My advice is to keep up with technology. This is why...because i see to many older people from 40 to 50 and up have trouble with tech. It blows my mind because they were adults when it all came about and the younger people know it all to better.And most people called the ones that invented or used it nerds now they are using tech to there benefit like cell phones and computer.

[calvin3005]

imo, NOBODY appreciates unsolicited advice...lol!

it pushes my button for sure...especially when its given more like a command, of what you should/shouldnt do.

its different when somebody comes to you and asks for it tho...i appreciate advice when asked for, from someone whos opinion i respect

[terrorbite]

With age comes wisdom, and I think more older people (I like the word elders) should dish out advice to the young.

[Truedantalion]

Oh, oops! Sorry for the triple post, Peter - I didn't notice the "pending for approval" notice in the button, but thought the posting didn't work, as it seriously sometimes happens here :-)!

In case you approve my comment, posting it only ONCE will suffice ... and this reply may be dispensable altogether, haha!

[NartSaga]

I was 14 at the time.

[NartSaga]

I was once stopped by an old person:

I was playing basketball. Just dribbling around, while walking to my clubs training grounds. It was a nice sunny day in Istanbul.

This man than came to me and started chatting with me. Turns out he was a Football (soccer) player himself when he was young.

He asked me what was the most important thing (quality) for a sportsman?

I thought for a second and said "hard work... I think".

He than said : "No... it is sportsmanship".

I now agree with him. :)

[Truedantalion]

Being in my early forties, I tend to get asked once in a while questions like "What should I do?", "Have you een in such a situation?" etc. And I find myself at a loss when it comes to giving failsafe recipes or "owner's manuals for Life", based on my own experiences. I think each life and each lifetime are different, singular, unique, and so there are only basic thoughts I dare / know to utter:

"Treat others the way you'd like to be treated yourself. Risk being friendly. Stay curious."

[Truedantalion]

Being in my early forties, I tend to get asked once in a while questions like "What should I do?", "Have you een in such a situation?" etc. And I find myself at a loss when it comes to giving failsafe recipes or "owner's manuals for Life", based on my own experiences. I think each life and each lifetime are different, singular, unique, and so there are only basic thoughts I dare / know to utter:

"Treat others the way you'd like to be treated yourself. Risk being friendly. Stay curious."

[masterj739]

I am 14 and I have never recieved much advice from anyone. I wish I did though, because I don't know everything, and I think I would benefit from the advice of the older and wiser. If I were to recieve advice from anyone,(and I already have) it would be you. Even though I don't know you other than watching your videos, I can see that you are an extremely wise person. Thank you for posting videos on youtube.

[olderloverxx]

Advice is great, being TOLD you MUST or MUST NOT by an elder is not the best idea. Young people are very receptive, I am a gay man in an older/younger relationship. Not completely relative, what i am trying to say is you need to have the relationship, the trust, before understanding advice is recieved and taken. Learning by your own mistakes can often be good too. Peace to you all.

[ikikik01]

hello geriatric1927,

i know its not about this video but i cant leave a massage on your home page. i was wonderring were your are spending your somer holidays?(i know you have always holiday)or what is your fav country to go to on holiday or to visit??

[BarryAldridge]

There are times where people ask me for advice and sometimes it helps and sometimes it doesn't.

[paigepaw]

i love talking to older people they are so funny!!!!!i love how they act they are like little kids in a older body!!!!i am so happy i get to talk to the older people it is so much fun to do you should talk you grandpa and grandma it never ever hears to hear there story

[Midd]

Peter, just hearing your life stories over these last two years (i am one of your early subscribers) has given me lots of advice. But the person whom I enjoyed seeking advice from is gone now. My grandmother passed away at age 89 this year. If there was anyone I wanted to receive advice from it was her! Anyways, thanks for sharing your life experiences with us..especially my generation. Its greatly needed today, I feel.

[sonycandy]

I think advice should always be welcomed because it is up to the person receiving the advice whether or not they actually take the advice. I think a good question is "what do you wish you had know at my age?"

[Brickteen]

Well on advice, it seems to vary from person to person and if it's me asking advice it just varries on what is happening. Recenty one of best mates had 'girl' problems and I guess I was kinda helping him with it with trying to take it from a 3rd person P.O.V, which weridly worked. I think if the older generation should give advice it probably should just be 'Enjoy being young and just love yourself for who you are'

-Andrew

[ravensky23]

My advice would be: Never think you know it all, because you never will!

[logom0]

Youre still an inspiration, the young like me need someone like you in our lives, keep up the delightful videos - Thanks - Logom0

[moomay11649]

Hi Peter,

I'll remember this advice even though I'm not young.

I'll be 60 next year.

Moomay

[KrazyRawb]

When I do give advice, its usually advice on what NOT to do. Because Ive made some mistakes in the past.

[Katalyzt]

If I were to offer advice to the young then it would be:

"Learn as much as you can about everything."

Katalyzt

[GuruMN]

I don't get much advice, I give my opinion and what the options are to help people figure things out. I am interested in hearing about peoples experiences though. I'm interested in history and right now I wish I could hear someone's experience of what things were like in the US during the economic crisis that we call The Great Depression. When I ask for 'advice', it is more just a question of what they experienced so that I can have a better idea of what people went through. Love your videos!

[tusense]

I'm relatively young (in my early 20s) and I usually appreciate advice from people older than me. The only people who know what life is like is those who have lived it. I work as a freelance reporter, and I love when I get a chance to just sit down with someone who's a bit older and hear their story. They're always the most interesting interviews, IMO.

The sad thing, I think, is that they usually act like I don't want to hear them. Perhaps others my age are ignoring them, stupidly.

[ilaugheasy23]

i really have no clue considering im still fairly young

[myWORLDizDIGITAL]

hey Peter,

-i do give advice when asked. some people to come to me and seem genuinely lost. so i do my best to help.

have a good day,

XEM

[THESTEAKHOUSEGROUP]

What?

[chris3443]

I've often turned to the song/speech by Baz Luhrman "Everyone's free (to wear Sunscreen)" for advice, and as he says "Be careful whose advice you buy, but, be patient with those who supply it. Advice is a form of nostalgia, and dispensing it is like fishing the trash from the disposal, wiping it off and painting over the ugly parts, and recycling it for more than it's worth."

[MATTPARS0NS]

I usally ask people on their opinions, just so I can see if I have overlooked anything. Such advice as, abcmasj; "Gett all your coursework done in year10" is probably one of the best peices of advice you can get.

[MadFootieFan123]

If I wanted advice, I'd ask a relative.

I don't really give out advice though :p

Great vid... 5 stars

[thizizliz]

Great questions Peter! I consider myself in the 'older' category now and rarely offer advice unless the younger folks ask for it - with one exception - and that is when I think they are undervaluing themselves. Then I butt in and tell them good things I see about them. Smart, funny, sweet, hardworking, whatever is true. Sometimes it is so hard to be quiet but it simply must be done - silence is more valuable in the long run. :)

[cheechcaballero]

I guess, in our culture, I'm on the "old" side of things (38), so I'd be giving advice, in this case, and I would tell young people-- When you buy, ask yourself: 1) Why do I NEED this? 2) Why do I WANT this? 3) Can I just recycle/ renovate something I already have to suit this need or want? 4) Should I be saving the money for something more important, or a general savings fund?

[notsodeadlydave]

I'm 23 and I totally agree. There is far too much crap on sale out there that is generally hyped up and reliant on fads, and it is used for a few months before becoming obsolete.

[oldhacks]

I was on the radio friday too Geri in Berkeley ca.

/watch?v=KN2Sz55R8J8

[oldhacks]

more seniors should get familiar with the computer so they can spread some wisdom

[EmCSpiteri]

I never accepted advice, I always wanted to make my own bed, so I never give any and I then can't be held responsible.

[theanswerisegg]

a strong impulse to give out advice even if not asked, probably indicates a person who needs to be in control. receiving unsolisited advice isnt so great, bc often, pple who r advicing u arent really helping you out, but projecting their fears on you!people like to fix things bc they feel responsible for other people's happiness, but in the end we need to realise that each of us are primarily responsible for our own happiness. sometimes simply being there for someone is enough.

[redsox32394]

idk i make my own advice

[underanindiansky]

I have a question for you Grandad! What did you think of the 80s (the decade I mean!) How was it for you, and what were you doing in the 80s?

[HyperKid66]

wow, thats soo cool, so i guess you're pretty much famous now!! I usually get advice from my father, who although Im only 15, he is rather old. The best advice I have to offer at this point in my life is "Don't tell lies If you can help it"

ALSO! Have you heard about the mystery packeages going to UK youtubers, its all about the youths of today being labeled as bad people and this orginization is trying to get word out about how good the young can be!

[ollie7777]

Great video! ...as ussual

[leUNFAMOUS]

i ask for advice often & when i ask for it i usually ask my friends for the advice. friends are usually who teenage girls like myself go to when in need of advice.

as for if i am often involved in giving advice, ive never been asked for advice but if someone where to ask me i would be willing to give them some words of advice.

[abcmsaj]

Is the question meant to be portrayed in this way:

"What advice would you give to the young who we all know, loiter around shopping centers with hoodies and knives and harrass everyone around them?"

That's how it came across for me... and I immediately thought about the "Mysterious Packages" videos on YouTube, and when they're going to start appearing on the news.

What advice would I like as a 16 year old male?... Hmm..

"Get all your coursework done in Year 10" That's what I've learnt... :)

[LRMMcDonnell]

I'll bear that in mind for next year! *the coursework :P

[zr11991]

hi Peter 5 stars

[clashloverben]

great video

[marbs376]

You're a great guy, Pete. Keep up the great work.

[RichyWorld87]

Very Nicely Put :)

[Evilgidgit]

Every video with you in it is a pleasure. I'm only sixteen but some people I know ask me for my opinion or advice on topics. I don't give very good answers though, because I worry I might hurt peoples feelings.

[smoogleman]

FIRST COMMENT!

WOOOT!

[MSWmson]

Must we see this same inane comment on every post? Smoogleman, this video is about advice-giving, and you're making it very hard to keep mum.

[RichyWorld87]

Very Nicely Put :)

[garyskirk]

It's fine for people, young and old, to ask for and give advice when asked, and it's nice that you don't deign to give out advice when it's not asked for, although I'm sure it would be valued!