Kids can be so wise.

Dr. Alastair McAlpine is palliative care physician at Cape Town, South Africa. Dr. Alastair McAlpine is working for the non-profit organization PaedsPal. He spends every day caring for children with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses.

In a tweet, he explained: “For an assignment, I asked some of my terminal pediatric palliative care patients what they had enjoyed in life, and what gave it meaning. Kids can be so wise, y’know.”

All of these children are between the ages of four and nine years old. Even though they are young, they still managed to hit the nail on the head when it comes to what makes life worth living.

1.Nobody wishes they’d spent more time watching TV and being online

2. Animals make life better

3. They love their parents

4. They love ice cream

5. They love books and stories

6. Worrying is a waste of time.

7. Everyone loves the beach

8. Kindness matters

9. Laughter is the best medicine

10. Kids love their toys

11. Family time is the best time

Dr. McAlpine wrapped up his findings with one last important recap:

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