BTS - Psychologist Examines Silver ARMY--One day you will be 40 (If you're lucky)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ก.ค. 2024
- I'm Dr. Harley and I have a PhD in clinical psychology. My career involved working in psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and as a psychology professor. My videos use psychology to help us understand human behavior. These videos are made for educational purposes, and are NOT intended to be therapeutic.
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BTS found me in 2016 when I was laid off after 25 yrs. I went through a deep depression because I just turned 50 and had no hope of getting another job. In interviews, I was overqualified for the position. I knew it was because of my age. I was in an awful state. The song DNA came on my TH-cam feed and I saw RM on the thumbnail so I clicked on it. I was hooked. I could not believe how much I needed them in my life. I started feeling better about their positivity and made me change. I pray for them every day for many blessings they deserve. I am now 58 and ARMY stronger.
They found you just when you needed them.
I found them (or they found me) January last year when I was the lowest I had ever felt in my life. A number of circumstances converged and left me feeling worthless yet these guys pulled me from the brink, and for that I will love them forever. I guess at 55 I am a silver army too.
Yeah, I found them like you after getting made redundant after 31 years at 62, from a job I loved. I found them through V after seeing him in Hwarang, he drew me in to explore more and have been happier than before because of them. V makes me smile and laugh and feel light hearted every day. Borahae 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
This is wild. I'm 45 and found them LITERALLY the exact same way. Laid off, depressed, directionless and overqualified was the response from interviewers over and over and over again. In an effort to stop crying in despair, I looked up fun/funny videos on TH-cam to try and help get my mind off life and laugh and hopefully change my deepeningly crush spirit and negative painful self talk. I stumbled on to a BTS run episode and I haven't had a day since that I don't look up another video or two or get on Weverse for a break. Reaction videos are my favorite to watch because I love seeing other people (Who are generally not like me) discover them with the same shock and awe that I did and that's really cool. If I don't laugh I cry, so I'd rather laugh with BTS and Army then wallow in self-misery.
Same here. I was dreading the boredom of retirement this time last year. I have been a workaholic all my life. What would I do when I retire? This question got me worried for my future. V's pictures & videos kept appearing on my fb shorts then. Intrigue, I decided to read the comments and found it's BTS. I looked them up in youtube and was hooked on the Run BTS show. I suddenly find that retiring isn't so boring anymore. I have them to occupy me. It's only later in the year that I got into their music with Mic Drop and have binge watch their mvs. Now it's the reactions I watched. It's like watching with a friend. Although there are those who are reviewing just to have more subscribers, I think I can trust my judgment on who to follow.
Thank you for giving the Silver A.R.M.Y. attention. I'm 72 and following BTS since 2017 has been a very happy experience for me. I don't need permission to be A.R.M.Y., but it's nice to get the validation. BORAHAE!
Borahae sweetie.
BORAHE 💜 💜 💜 💜 💜 💜 💜 Am also belong to silver ARMY since 2020,am 45 years old,,, Sarangea army.
I’m 60 semi paralyzed have braces on my left leg and their music help me move my body, made me motivate myself to exercise. I love all of them especially when they dance and sing and the fact they are true to themselves and very respectful. 🫡
@@judithgaralde963 I purple you sweetie!
We don't need permission. We are entitled to enjoy their music.
Actually as a 62 year old army I have the self confidence to not care what others think but I have witnessed the puzzling looks from the younger generations for my love for BTS. I found BTS a few months after my husband passed away and I was experiencing clinical depression. I was and still am taking care of my mother who is 93 years old and in the last stages of Alzheimer’s disease. BTS set a spark in my brain the first time I saw their performance on TH-cam. They made me feel happy for the first time in a long while. I cannot go a day without BTS.
Bless you for taking care of your mother. I know how difficult that is. I'm thankful you found BTS to give you some happiness! I lost my 91 year old mother in 2020, during the pandemic, but not to Covid. I couldn't even see her in the hospital. It was awful. I found BTS May of 2021; they filled a great void for me and made me feel alive again myself.
55 year old army taking care of my 77 old father with Alzheimer's disease, the only close family that's left. There's this saying that BTS will find you when you need them. And I truly believe that is true. Thanks to them I've found my passion again. There are days that I don't feel well, but there are also way more joyful days. Best wishes from Germany.
@@MsStageact Thank you so much sharing your story. We are blessed to have the opportunity to take care of our parents as they have taken care of us. I’m so glad you commented and made me feel less isolated and alone. Borahae 💜
@@debhouckscraftycottage9288 Thank you so much for replying. It must been so very hard not being allowed to see you mother before she passed away. I was fortunate to be able bring my husband home for his last 7 months rather than putting him in a nursing home. My mom sometimes forgets who I am but when I tell her I’m her daughter she becomes so happy and loving. I’m so lucky to take care of my mother as she has always been a very loving and 100% supportive mother. I appreciate your kindness. Borahae 💜.
I'm 64yrs old army💜🔮☺️
I'm a 79-year old ARMY and have followed BTS since their debut. I've never felt overlooked as a fan because the first word out of the mens' mouths is always 'ARMY' at an awards show or a concert. That's the only recognition we should ever need. We're fans because we love the music and message they convey. I'm just grateful I am able to experience them at what's probably the end of my musical journey.
I’m so jealous, I wish I knew about them 20 years ago!
@@sharonnelson3713 They debuted in 2013 so it has been 10 years. They just had their 10th anniversary. SUGA said once that the day a new fan finds us is the day we debut, so they're debuting daily!!
Love this!
I'm a 23 year old ARMY. BTS is probably the only reason why I'm alive today. I've been an ARMY for 3 years now. They helped me to start smiling again and a lot more
To all the elder ARMYs here, I love y'all and I really wish you could be happy forever with the boys
supertuna99, Thank you for telling us your story and I'm so glad you are doing so much better. Sending you love from this 70s Silver Army. Go well, and Borohae!
Early on i felt self conscious now its like i slip back to my 20-30s & i have loads of fun!!
What a nice comment! Thanks, sweetheart! You too! 💜💜
@supertuna99. Sweetie, the great thing is, their not boys anymore! I'm a silver army. I need more Yoongi.
@@finalflowerchild And JK is all grown up now too, thank GOD! 😜🥰
I'm 52yrs old, and at times have felt isolated as ARMY because of my age and for being African-American. My 17yr old daughter brought BTS to my attention in 2019, and down the rabbit hole I went and happily remain! Our 7 angels have brought me immeasurable joy, light and positivity, during some dark periods of my life, and I'm forever grateful for all the love and happiness they have given to Army's and the world!! Thank you Dr. Harley for acknowledging Silver Army in this beautiful way!
People told me I was out of my mind. I told them to mind their own business. I am 72.
@@avamccurley5290 My sentiments exactly!! 💜
I’m there with you! 68yo, AA, plus Muslim female! A demographic within a demographic within a demographic!😂 So proud to be a part of this fandom!
You are welcome.
@@avamccurley5290 tell them you are happy and enjoying your life! The question is are they?
I’m 68 and truly need a dose of BTS everyday. They are so special.
Me too ❤
It feels great to be recognized! I’m a Mexican 70 years old grandmother!
HOLA Rebecabeatrizflores we are young at heart and know what real love feels like. We are the wise ones, how blessed we are to know BTS in our lifetime 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🎶🤗🦋. You are my little sister.
I’m 74 and my dear boys made me laugh with their silly stories. I’m really happy when I see them dance so perfectly, & I can appreciate all the effort they put into their work. They are an example for many who think that glory can be easily achieved. I love this boys!!!!
I feel the same as you. Found them in fall of 2015 &they bring me so much joy! They have blessed my life!
My hair is starting to go silver so I’m gonna go ahead and identify as part of this group.
LOL! - Thanks for giving us Uncle Harley!! 💜
Max you are so welcome! I’ m your great grandmother and we are so grateful to you and Uncle Harley for bringing us all together. I am in the 80’s now and this is my first encounter with other Army’s of any age. I am deeply touched by sharing this Sacred secret of Joy with a community of those who know how precious BTS is to the world. We know what truly matters in Life. L💜VE 🤗🙏☮️
WELCOME! Borahae🤹♀
I am 70 years old and adore BTS!! lol My daughter, who is 51 years old, told me about BTS and told me to watch your video. BTS has changed my life, literally! I can think of at least a dozen reasons how. I am a proud Silver ARMY!!! 😊
We rock.
My daughter was army first (17), and after bringing her to her first two BTS concerts I (46) fell into the rabbit hole completely because I was so impressed. Not only with BTS’ concert, but the way they spoke to the audience and the feeling of ARMY together in that moment. Watching 70,000 people sing “I’m the one I should love” was truly heartwarming.
The first time I had walked past her room and heard BTS, I was confused because I couldn’t understand the lyrics and I remember asking her about them….she said I was usually so open minded but sounded close minded in that moment. I learned about myself that day and took that as a lesson. Since then BTS has helped me while I have been out of work, when I lost my eyesight temporarily, when I just thought I wasn’t good enough…they reminded me not to give up, and not to live on someone else’s timeline…..I’m happy to know my daughter also hears that message. 💜💜💜💜💜
I’ve gotten much hate and ridicule for “watching a boyband, aren’t you too old for that” how ridiculous….it just makes me laugh now because those are the people missing out.
OMG! This was a beautiful story!!!
They need to come over to BTS' side.
We just cannot help but fall deep into the rabbit hole
OT7 forever 😊
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Same,im 46 too but my kids and others just make fun.
💜 Many people in my life don’t want to try to understand. It’s ok, just like what you said, they are the ones missing out.
I am 75 years young and have watched BTS every day since I found them in 2017. When people give me "that look" like "are you sure?" I just say, " you walk in rhose boys shoes and if you can do better we will talk! BTS, to me, are the strong boys- now men who should be complimemted for always striving with courage and giving us such great enrichment, entertainment with sincerity and positivity!
ok, but Tae's intro is so so cute for this video, it's like he is an honorary member of the silver community
I agree. He looked so comfortable.
I am proud of being a ELDER ARMY, 66yrs. Found BTS while being isolated due to cancer treatments.2000-- 2023 Also haveing to move to a city for specialists. ( BTS were also isolated through pandemic) BTS bought me companionship calmness & happiness. I am a
"Baby" with only 3 yrs knowing BTS. RM, got me into BTS. I found them calming, happiness & I found haveing no age differance with BTS. Finding BTS is just pure love & happiness. BTS has been with me through illness & now I am celebrating with them the news of remission. 😊I truly love & am proud of BTS. Proud of how BTS ARMY conduct themselves. I have been a music fan of my generation , Elvis, Beatles, Queen, other Rock & Roll, Pop ,RAP & Vititnam era music, to name but a few. Though I loved the music it was to dance & listen to. I never really got personally involved. They have nothing on BTS. BTS I am involved, proud of the "boys" 7men. I follow like their proud Aunty. Their careers & indevers that all participate in. As a ARMY , fan I can feel proud because the BTS 7 are good, upright citizens of Koria & they never show disrespect of their heritage, country or their parents. I just love them to bits. The music is fun & full of love, hope & BTS support, understand, love& care for the ARMY.BTS are humble & understand how & why they became famous . This reason also helps them with the solo careers. BTS 💜 us. We 💜 them. We are one & this sentence holds true & will stay true & loyal to each other while they go into the Military Service for the country. We, the ARMY, will support them & the solo careers. We the ARMY will be waiting on the other side 💜 & be welcoming, loveing ELDER ARMY. UNCLES,AUNTS,GRAND PARENTS😊 I am proud to play BTS loud & proud. BTS is always upto 2hours a day keeping up with news of BTS 7 men's solo careers.
HI🙌🫰🫶💖💜I am Australian ARMY. 🇦🇺🌏fan
You have made some excellent points.
I also have cancer and BTS has given me such comfort. Sending hugs.
I am so appreciative of silver army! There is a wonderful video showing an elderly Korean couple who went to yoongi’s concert and were learning the lyrics to hygeum while waiting to get in. Yoongi noticed the man in the crowd and acknowledged him. So cool.
I saw that!
Me, too!
Yes it was so wonderful! Once again the kind humility of these super talented young men speaks volumes. 💜
I’m 72 and been a fan since 2016, heard about BTS through my grandson. I wanted to know what my grandson was so interested in and fell into the rabbit hole doing so. I was a Beatle fan in my generation and felt revitalized all over again with these young men. God bless BTS, I found you when I needed you the most and have never looked back. Hobi is my bias, and the rest of BTS are my wreckers. Borahae.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Thank you Dr Harley for this. I am a 50 year old ARMY. My 51 year old cousin introduced me to BTS. I share this love with my one 21 year old daughter. I recently met a 13 year old ARMY and there were no age or race barriers! As you said because of our age and experience we appreciate what The Boys stand for and all the hard work they put in. We also appreciate all the joy they give us with their craziness but also their love for one another. My daughter asked me if her grandpa will marry her. When I asked her which one of the 7 she wants to marry, she said she hasn't chosen one yet. She is definitely OT7😂. Me too, love them all equally. Borahae!
It is a difficult decision to choose only one of the members.
Thank you for this..I'm 50 and I love BTS, there music is so good and they are very special and respectful men
There not babies there grown men
BTS forever ❤
Greetings 62 years old Army since 2017 and as many have written, I as well have never followed or fangirled over a group EVER!! I truly don’t understand it 😮I’m watching for insight as I’m a bit confused 🤷🏻♀️
BTSARMY4LIFE💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
They are worthy of your admiration.
Thank you! I am 72 and I have been army for just over two years. My Jin died five years ago and our daughter moved back in to help me take care of her dad. She found the guys first and introduced me to their music and chaos. My reaction was probably typical at first, but the more she shared the better I liked them. We cared for her dad through his last illness, all the while taking comfort from the positive messages and good vibes from BTS. After his death last year instead of wrapping ourselves in our grief we were able to move forward. I am reading their book right now and frankly, it is amazing that they are still together. If they can hang in, so can I. I love meeting other fans and I am glad you are one, too.
I am so glad they found you in your time of need.
I'm 45, disabled and an artist. I've been ARMY since 2020, and they've helped me find confidence in myself and in my art. I've found my happiness and love myself for the first time, probably ever, and I've also met so many great people from all over the world through BTS 💜
64 year old DEEP SOUTH, American, Caucasian, GREAT grandmother here! Possibly a very unlikely ARMY of BTS! These young men have changed my life, opened my eyes, encourage me with such dedication, passion, hard work, fortitude, respect, talents. They’re pretty much all I listen to! Found them in Feb2020💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Geography doesn't matter. They affect us all.
I hope they FIND MANY MORE of us! They won’t know what hit them! Btw, thank you so much for your thoughts. Max has been a favorite of mine for about 1 1/2 years. I FOUND him because he was reacting to BTS’ conversations! So glad you BOTH reacted together.
Thanks so much for your content. I'm 45 and found BTS after my therapy dog passed away due to cancer. I suffer from anxiety, and she had been my comfort companion. I was devastated. I also have other health issues and suffer from depression. Its very true that BTS comes to you when you need them. My love for a wide range of music and their positive message is what drew me in. BTS has helped me value myself, and for the first time, I have the desire to do more than just exist. I'm learning korean, and I hope to one day go to their concert and visit South Korea. I love watching K-drama, and now eat kimchi. BTS has opened me to all sorts of positive things. Keep up the good work! Borahae 💜
I love kimchi. Another reason to love BTS.
Your words truly warm my heart. I’m 59 and I’ve gotten a lot of criticism and bold side eyes from friends and family for talking so joyously of BTS. I will always be an ARMY, but it’s nice to be reminded of a healthy way to look at my participation in ARMY fandom rather than try to hide my love and joy for BTS. On a positive note, as Kpop becomes more accepted in the US I’ve had three people say it’s cool I’m into BTS. It’s a first and frankly I’m shocked. Happy but shocked!
People have become much more open minded to the effect BTS has on all fans.
@charstar386 I’m 58 and I’m sure my family thought I was going through some sort of midlife crisis lol, I found BTS 1st September 2020 and that was the day I bought Dynamite on iTunes ,it was during the pandemic and boy did they cheer me up. Im Still obsessed with them even during their solo era. I visited Busan back in may 2013 and back then Psy was all the rage, little did I know that 2 of the members from Busan were about to make their debut in a band that would become world famous. I love all the boys but my bias is jimin such a beautiful dancer and a gentle soul. I retired back in may and the first thing my husband and sons said, you’ll be able to watch more BTS now lol. I can’t wait for 2025 or 2026 whenever they come back I’ve already told my husband if their doing a world tour or concert in seoul I’m going lol.
I am 68 and love these boys in such a pure way. They have helped me through tough times.
I'm 63. I consider myself a forever dope ARMY instead of silver ARMY.😂
I'm on ARMY Twitter daily. I know there are many older ARMYs in our community. I always felt welcomed. There's no age discrimination in the community. We are all together to love and support BTS. One advantage of having lots of older ARMYs is that we tend to have more disposable income, which can be spent on helping BTS or members' album releases, buying concerts tickets, or merchandise etc.
Stay focussed on the positive.
I am 63 just started 2021.Cannot stop watching them.They bring me joy
I’m from France and I’m 44 years old. I have chronic illnesses and music help me a lot to stay positive. BTS bring me joy.
I introduce BTS to my Mom, 70 years old. She loves them a lot and like watching their videos and listening their songs. 💜
I learned about BTS through my 3 kids. The age span between them alone is huge. Both my husband & I became ARMY thru them. Our whole fam attends BTS concerts together! Our greatest benefit being ARMY is that it does consciously bring our family closer. What a great analysis, Dr.!
What a special bonding experience.
Back in 2017, I was able to introduce BTS to both my young daughters and my mother (who will be 70 this yr). It can be difficult at times to find common interests that bridge the age gap between us, but when we come together in celebration of BTS & their music, there is nothing that stands in the way 💜
That’s the beauty of being a Silver Army, we don’t give a sh@&$ about what the other people think or say about us 😂
Right--the joys of maturity.
Thank you for this. I am a 66 year old ARMY and went to see Suga's concert at the theater.. by myself. I was of course the oldest person there but I enjoyed it immensely. The girl at the ticket booth was very young but talked to me as if I was the same age, smiling and asking if I liked AgustD. I think we both giggled when I said yes.
It is wonderful that you had this great encounter with a young ARMY.
I'm 58, not many years behind you! I saw Suga in Chicago and BTS at PTD Los Angeles, both times by myself. But actually, really, not by myself, you know? Every single ARMY I met was beautiful, open, and friendly and totally accepting, whether we just spoke a word or two in passing, chatted a while in line, or had neighboring seats. No comments, no surprised looks, nothing but ARMY love!
I am 36 and I keep my obsession very subtle and discrete. Because the others just wouldn't understand.
But BTS has brought me enormous amount of happiness, since I've known them. I stopped being unhappy in my marriage, my life has obtained a new form and purpose. I found my secret garden where I can go to whenver I feel like to get healed
Yes! Our Magic Shop.
I'm 36 & also army ❤
I am a young silver at 55. My 82 year old mom shares my appreciation of BTS. While not able to enjoy "noisy" songs, she loves their more melodious and lyrical ones as well as Run BTS and their overall message to the world, their friendship, their integrity. They are our ray of sunshine, regardless how young or old you are!
Thank you so much. I'm 66 year old ARMY. Since early 2021, through Black Swan MV, I learned about BTS and have never fangirled over a group as I have and am still with BTS. I fully understand the isolation comment you made as we age. First the pandemic, and really since then I still don't go out much except to do necessary shopping or babysit at my daughter's house. BTS is my company, my entertainment, and lately pretty much filling a great void of socialization in my life. I love their back story, love their hard work and dedication, their many talents, their personalities, their poetry, their messages, their voices, their dancing, and even at my age dare I say it doesn't hurt that they are all gorgeous young men too! lol They're all younger than my youngest, so maybe that seems weird, but as a lot of guys used to say to me, It doesn't hurt to look. They make me feel alive, when sometimes being a homebody and pretty isolated makes me feel unworthy of anything. Anyway, thank you for this. I'm feeling better about being ARMY now, because sometimes it does feel weird when young ARMYs post, and then there is me. As in RM's Persona, "Who the H*ll Am I?"
Also, I just received a package today - it has 2 items: Learn Korean with BTS, and their 2nd Cookbook. So I may be old but it's never to late to try to learn new things, right?
Great comment! I can completely relate
@@debhouckscraftycottage9288 hi- I’m 68 and live BTS. I’ve got the Learn Korean thing also and am really happy about learning more korean.
@@devamail1 That's great! I don't know any Korean except a few words like Hello and Goodbye. lol I'm looking forward to learning! Thanks for sharing that with me!
They bring the world to you without stepping outside of your house.
HI CHECKING IN FROM MARYLAND, USA. BTS FOUND ME IN 2020 AND I AM 85. PROUD TO BE AN A.R.M.Y. AND I LOVE AND SUPPORT BTS. THEY HAVE BROUGHT ME SO MUCH JOY.💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 BORAHAE 🥰
My family and friends have just come to accept that I love BTS. A few times I have defended myself when people say “they are teenagers”, with his statement they are grown ass men. I usually follow this with I love their music, they make me extremely happy and I will never meet them…so what does it matter. I also say, “I am a widow and I enjoy them, you should listen to them too.”
Hello, thank you very much Dr. Harley for this very interesting video. I´m a 47-year-old Mexican army mom, I am also a university chemistry teacher. Since BTS has found me in 2020, I have come across some female students who are army (ages 18-20). Other than my 40 year old sister and a few older armys I've met online, I haven't met another Silver Army in person. But I have my suspicions of some people. I think, unfortunately, that those people don't feel as comfortable and proud to like BTS. I myself have been criticized by family members who think I'm too old to follow a 20-something Korean boy band. I only know that they bring me joy and so many beautiful moments with their music, their message, their interactions with each other and with the army. That's why I love them. Borahae 💜💜💜
Now you have an entire community to tap into. They will be inclusive and welcoming.
Thanks for this video! I'm 68 and found BTS right before the pandemic and lockdown. They absolutely saved my life. I was so depressed and alone and before I knew I felt happy, excited, and part of something good. Life changing!!
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I just turned 42 and I believe God sent them into my life to bring me some much needed happiness. I won’t go into my story but long story short I really needed someone. I recently told my sister about my struggles and how they helped me and she said she was disappointed in me because they are just a group of people. She has no idea what she’s missing. Anyway I’m doing better than I was and I’m so happy to be ARMY!!!
SO glad you're doing better (experiencing the Bangtan Glow-up! 😊💜) People who aren't in the rabbit hole literally have NO idea what they are missing. And, unfortunately, they can't imagine what they don't know. It's tough when someone close to you doesn't get it. BUT, you do have millions of Army who know exactly what you're talking about! 😉 Borahae!
@@lalaking7974 thank you so very much!! 🤗 💜 💜💜💜🤗
Show your sister some BTS videos...you may be able to bring her some joy through their music.
Sounds like my sister
Remember our vulnerable self is safe in ARMYworld!!
Well at 42 you can even marry any of them, it's very close to theirs age. Not even worth to mention as an age) Sure we like them as artists but just telling...
I am a 65 year old Army and discover BTS on early 2020 by Jungkook solo Euforia and decided to look into it.Since then a fell in the rabbit hole as they say. Thank god for them they put me through the pandemic.Some of my friends laugh at me and still think I am crazy but I don’t care my bias is Jungkook is a year older than my son and somehow I want to protect him.Best thing that ever help to me.
We often see our own children in these young men.
Silver army also pay forward support, positivity, and encouragement!! Kids light up and smile at me 🫰🏽
And so they should.
I'm a 53 year old bts army and everyday it's only their songs that I'm listening to..they give me such.comfort and happiness that is undescribable.our 7 grown up men now are my happy pill..i don't feel alone anymore..let's all keep safe and be healthy always my CO SILVER ARMY!😊😊😊💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
I have separated from my husband, my children are grown; when my granddaughter is away, watching BTS on youtube fills my days when I need to occupy my time and keeps loneliness at bay.
They are there when you need them.
I consider BTS as family, something my kids who are so fan don't quite understand. They have helped emotionally and mentally. Family doesn't always have to blood. Since I've enjoyed BTS since 2015, there are like my kids , seeing them grow. Their songs and lyrics touch my heart.
Hasnt it been fun to watch them grow change and age? such puppies at first, now fine young men. Amazing!!
I will be 70 this year and BTS feel like family to me. I am so proud of them and how talented they are. They have shared so much with us we feel closely connected to them and only want the best for them. Music has always been part of my life and the quality of their music and message is so impressive. Plus they are so funny and endearing I can’t help being fond of them all. Staying open to new experiences keeps us all young at heart.
Their music and personalities, both, contribute to how much they are loved.
I am 70 and discovered bts 2 years after a sad divorce after 43 years of marriage. I was devastated and then found bts and they have helped become whole again and want to love myself again, and get my old mojo back. I almost feel like they are part of my family, I feel like a mother to them and every morning I have to check and see if there is any new news about them, and happily watch and rewatch all of their music and reality videos. It gives me comfort and a sense of belonging. I got my best friend into them as well and the two of us feel exactly the same way. They are our therapy! And they keep us young...
How wonderful that they found you.
Great video ..I am 55 yrs old ARMY
I have never thought it thru this perspective , of how aging make us feel more isolated.
I have a rare self imune condition, so I had to retire before my 40’s , which brought me some sort of isolation. My life at that point was different from the life of my peers. Then the pandemic arrived bringing even more isolation, that’s when I met our golden boys, and yes being part of this group connected me with my own youthful side ( but now with the perks of the maturity I’ve achieved/accumulated) and for me nowadays, to follow these boys who are all about inclusion, tolerance, acceptance and love was a much need breath of fresh air.
Tks Dr. Harley, it was very elucidative, listening you.
Thank you for letting me into your life.
Thank you for your kind words.
I became army in 2020 during pandemic. And what really caught my attention was their songs, and lyricism." Magic Shop " my favorite BTS song. ❤I love all their songs and music so much. More importantly it's their message through their music. BTS is so Humble and down to earth. I am army forever. 🥰💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Thank you for talking about senior ARMY. People think I am "unusual" when I tell them I am a BTS fan. But I use my age as an advantage. I say that if a 71 year old is an avid fan, they need to know why. I say it is because of one word: character. Then i say they need to know who BTS is because they have changed the world. I have a 4-minute spiel about their hatdships, bringing rap and hip-hop to K-pop, their multi-genres, the self-healing work based on Jung and subsequent Love Yourself series, their UN speech and program, and ARMY's world-wide work. Since people in the USA aren't as familiar with BTS, I have been able to convert MANY new ARMY. It is SO fun!😊 Borahae 💜 from your SLP fan.🙂
Love this! - It's been hard for me to develop my 'elevator speech' lol. But I've been working on it and yours inspires me! 😊 Borahae!
I am glad you are actively recruiting the older generation of potential ARMY.
GDAY I AM FROM AUSTRALIA AND I AM 65 AND BEEN ARMY SINCE 2015 THAY ARE MY REASONS TO GET UP EVERY DAY 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
From Australia as well. 67 yo F. But yet to meet other ARMY 💜💜💜 Love every minute of their story
How long have you been Army 💜💜
@@joannefogarty7457 3 years now. Am near Brisbane.
I also live in Brisbane it's nice to know there is someone else who loves Bts close by. I've been an army since 2015 💜💜💜
@joannefogarty7457 maybe we could meet up some time? Am on Bayside and would need public transport lol.
Thank you Dr. Harley. I'm 52 and BTS found me after the death of my best friend. They are my joy, my inspiration, my teachers and my friends. They comfort me after a bad day and they make me laugh. I'm a nurse and very level headed...so most people in my life don't understand my love and enthusiasm for Bangtan. However, I now have some new friends and I am learning Korean. BTS opened up a whole new world to me and I can never thank them enough!!! 💜
I am so glad they found you when you needed them.
@jillcarter5555 My sister from another Mr.! I’m 55 and a now retired nurse. I feel the same! Good to find other ARMY with similar background.💜
I am almost 50 and I have never been so happy in my life!!
It brings such joy & laughter where it was somewhat lacking before BTS. I'm 55 & really believe in the message these young men bring to all of their fandom & beyond, they're very special. Came back to edit my comment after reading all of the replies, it's amazing - we're amazing. I really wish the boys knew how many of us there are
Do you think Big Hit knows about all of us? From a financial perspective I think they must because older ARMY are the ones who can afford to buy the merchandise and concert tickets lol!
These 7 special people (BTS) can heal the world and bring love and light into our hearts into this dark world!!! This is a healing processLove you guys and love BTS
I think that most Army regardless of age are welcoming and are just glad they can share their love for BTS with you. I am 42 years old and loving it every step of the way. Thank you for this video and highlighting older Army in the fandom.
Awww reading you all comments about the guys and how they make you happy is making me so happy !!!! I love how diverse is our ARMY 🥰💜
please don't ever feel bad or weird because of your age, even me that I'm same age as the guys receive comments like "aren't you too old to be fangirling over a group?" People outside our ARMY just don't get it!!
I went to Yoongi's concert in LA and I saw people from every race, different ages, males and females, I saw many ladies with BT21 headbands and Bangtan shirts and it was all so cute 💜
How was the male to female ratio at the concert? I imagine Suga (and rapline) pulls in more male fans due to their style of music, hiphop has a large male audience. Unless they are already very open minded, usually a lot of guys find it hard to get over the "boyband" stereotype and are reluctant to join a female dominated fandom. But guys usually gravitate towards rapline easier
@@janetuss6496 From what I saw while waiting in line for merch, waiting in line to get in to the arena and inside the arena I'd say 60% were females, 40% males, I saw groups of only males, guys with their girlfriends, guys alone, elder couples. Very close to me inside the arena was an elder couple that were sitting during the whole concert but waving their ARMY bombs :)
I don't think that all people that went to the concerts like hip hop, but they went anyways just to support Yoongi !! His show was spectacular 💜
sorry for any grammar mistake, English isn't my language
@@yoongissmile1759 wow, 60-40 ratio is damn near even, very happy to hear that. So yeah I think rapline does pull in more male audiences. I don't think full group BTS concerts have such an even male to female ratio. That's super cute about elderly couple, thanks for sharing all of that info! And your English is very good, no worries 💜
@@janetuss6496 I recall V wanting to assess the male female ratio at an OT7 concert and was really surprised at the volume of noise from the male voices. In fact, he was delighted, they all were.
@@catdavis5098 yes I know, I saw that clip. But I don't think it's a 60-40 ratio at BTS concerts. Looking at crowd clips, it seems more like 75-25 to me, but a fourth of the crowd is still like 13,000 guys, so they would still be able to make a significant amount of noise. But idk, would have to ask someone who was there.
thank you so much in 57 and I don't care when my son, sister and friends from work tell me as they are good at critizing, I learned about BTS they TH-cam I have gone to their concerts, JHOPE lollapalooza, SUGA 3 shows on my own and I have enjoyed my self to the fullest 💜 I love been an ARMY I wouldn't change anything. I will continue to be their fan until God allows it.
Get your son into them through rapline first, guys usually gravitate towards rapline easier. Send your son videos from male BTS reactors, it really does help when they see other guys of similar age or music taste liking BTS.
I recommend sending your son Anthony Ray's BTS reactions, he has great videos especially for songs like Outro: Tear, Ddaeng, Ugh, Born Singer, Black Swan, On Kinetic Manifesto, Spinebreaker, Anpanman, House of Cards, Still With You, Singularity, Rain, Louder Than Bombs. And any of the 3 rapper's songs, like Joke, Yun, Daechwita, Haegeum, More, Just Dance, Boy Meets Evil, etc.
His 2018 and 2019 MMA reaction videos were really good too.
Play some of their great music and show the naysayers their fabulous dancing.
As Namjoon says “Dope old people” I’m about to be a 30 year old woman so I am already considered dust to society, all the older Army in the fandom makes me so happy. All through our youth every message from tv, media, even older people we know all talk about how youth is only time that matters. But elder ARMY thriving happily in life with passions, it’s really healed my fears over not doing “enough” in my youth. I want to grow in an amazing adult like the older Army fans I see.
as a 31 year old, just remember jin and yoongi are older than you (not me though rip) so obviously being in the same age group, you're not dust lol even though we may feel like we might be just remember the boys ARE in our age group and we would have went to high school (at least in america, idk where you are from) with them at the same time and the younger ones would have been in middle school while we were in high school so anyone calling us old also have to call bts old lol
but yeah, obviously i know for me i'll be old and army just like these amazing people and i can't wait
age means less and less and we shouldn't fear it
we should be happy we even exist the same time as bts exists
Almost 30 yo a dust to society?I'm really curious where it comes from because that's def not my experience. I'm 32 and I say these are the best years. I know what you mean by "not doing enough", we all passed many chances we were given in our 20s just because we felt like we have a lot of time. But it's okay because we still are young 🙂
30? You are still a baby sweetheart.
@@lorettacastaneda2758 lol I feel like a baby in a grown up body all the time but everyone talks like I’m too old already! 😂 Lots of young people just look at me like I’ve grown a new head when I tell them I’m gonna hit 30 soon
I’m 68yo, and NOBODY out rocks me when it comes to BTS! 😂I will dance every body off the floor!! You should have seen me at Suga’s concert! I was living my BEST LIFE in that moment! Enjoy this ride to the fullest and don’t think too much about age. It’s a mostly meaningless number. It’s truly what is happening on the inside (your heart, mind, spirit) that matters most. I refuse to “act my age!” Life is too short. Enjoy your daily dose of Bangtan with gusto!
I'm 55 and they have kept me from being lonely. 😘💜🫰🏻
I'm 69 and a fan. I had heard of BTS, but started paying attention when Suga had shoulder surgery late in 2020. I had just lost my 32-year-old son to cancer, so felt concern for this young man whose life was interrupted by health issues. I saw them on TV and TH-cam quite a bit after that and found they really lifted my spirits. I was so impressed with their intelligence, wit, and positivity. They helped me through a tough time. I'm going to follow them through their time in the military and solo work and hope to see them on stage again, all seven together. Cheers, Silver Army!
So sorry for your loss.
@@harleyburke1461 Thank you. Good luck with your project.
I am 52, and I was introduced to BTS through my daughter and I am proud to be Army!
I am still finding new stories about BTS after 3 years. And I am impressed on the work they have to put in from the start to be successful or to be what or who they are today. In the back of my mind, i always think that anybody or people can learn from their experiences. Thank you for showing more of Silver Army community
I'm 27, and I just want to say I love all the silver army's as I have two lovely grandmas myself. And I love the mature and psychological way you guys are use in approaching our boys and their music. I am not moving an inch from here. And thanks uncle harley for putting this together.
It is refreshing to see your appreciation of the older ARMY.
I just love 💗 these amazing boys!!!
As others have said. THANK YOU!! I'm 63 and Army, they came into my life as i was going thru chemo with my sick husband. Many a day they got me over my slump of sadness, which i didn't want my husband to see.
By 2018 my husband passed away from his cancer.😢
This Christmas will be 5 yrs but it still affects me. If not for the boys silliness and fun, I'd be in worse shape than i am now, or just not here at all.
I listened to Suga's lives and his words, i found out what all the guys had been thru and saw and heard some of it as it happened. That riled me up enough to get out of my slump and fight for them and try to help.
I will be OT7 till i die now.
I'll always support these young men, yes, they are men now , they can do what ever they want and I'll support them. I purple you ARMY'S 💜
❤❤💜💜💜💜💜💜💜❤❤
I am so sorry for your loss.
I’m with you as I have not recovered yet from my husband’s death 2.5 years ago. I’m not sure I ever will.
@sharonnelson3713 You will, it is a process thst is painful and very tiring, but if you want to live you will take one day at a time.
I'm raising my two grandkids so I have no choice but to try. Which is good.
Let you heart go thru what it needs to and remember to rest, eat and know tomorrow the sun will come up and it's a new day for you to try to go on.
I doubt either of our husband's would be happy seeing us fall into the pit that is grief.
It will be 5 yrs this Christmas and Yes it still hurts, it's a pain that goes on but believe it or not, it gets less painful.
Praying for you dear Lady, please take care of yourself.
It wouldn't do you nor your family any good for you to give up.🙏🕊🙏💜✝️
@@rgober60 I know. I’m blessed to have him for 30 years. To have had a husband who adored you and have him tell you that he loves you a dozen time a day, made you breakfast every day in bed, did the laundry because I hated it. Lol, my bed is piled high with unfolded laundry because I haven’t slept in our bedroom since his death. Boy, I really hate doing laundry. But you’re right I have to gather myself together. Thank you for your kind words. I can’t believe how many of us have experienced similar experiences. 💜
As a 59 year old ARMY, BTS and Kpop fills a great void in my soul. The love and fun that was missing in my childhood has found a home here! Thank you for your words, they mean so much and in a funny way, they validate.
I'm 43 years old and I'm brasilian army since 2018. They are my inspiration for I become my better version of myself. Their messages is so important to us, their music, their discurs... I love them, respect their work, after all, we love our guys.💜💜💜
I'll be 40 in 4 years.
i'm just 31 but sometimes i feel older (even though jin is around my age) for the fandom but i adore hearing everything about even older army's!!!
even just being in my early 30's i know how fast time goes and i'll still be old and rocking with bts !!!
For sure.
Proudly Silver ARMY at 59. My bias is Suga. My Mom was ARMY until she passed at 81 and her bias was V.
Thank you , I'm 50 in a couple of weeks , I call them my boys , tell everyone I want to adopt them lol its not in a creepy pervy way like some ignorant people might think . They bring me joy , they make me laugh , I feel proud when they achieve something , I feel sad when something hurts them. All the things I feel for my own children. Bts has brought me friendships I never knew I needed , their message one I never knew I needed to hear , I am thankful every day that these 7 men came into my life , and my age means I don't care for others negative opinions x I purple you all ,x
You are definately in tune with them.
Thank you for this! I live in Kansas, and other than on-line, I have no one to talk to. it's great to know there are other people out there.,👏🤗👏🤗
Reach out.
I'm 51 and I joined ARMY at the end of 2019 and I'm very happy. . My daughter introduced them to me, she made me a little closer to their culture and from the first moment I've loved them terribly and I can't live without them for a single day. I wake up with them in the morning and fall asleep in the evening. They are everything for me and I love all 7 boys so much💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Beautiful video and beautiful comment section!! Much much love to all my Silver ARMYs 💜✌🏾 I think since 2017 the community has been expanding even more and seeing older ARMYs really doesn’t come as much as shocker anymore within the ARMY community... maybe still for outsiders because even I as a 25 yo get very confused reactions from "muggles" but I am proud of the reach BTS has and this cross generational synergy they are creating! I have so many deep connections online with ARMYs almost twice my age but we get along so well.. that's truly beautiful and a phenomenon that doesn't really translate in my other social circles! Really grateful for everyone 💜
I am proud to add that ARMY has an inclusive heart.
Thank you for talking on this subject. I've had a lot of negative comments from people about my love of Bts saying I am into little boys and other unsavoury comments, which are too explicit to mention . 💜💜💜💜
So closed minded of them.
Sometimes some people are not ready to experience that depth of L💜VE that BTS makes available to others with their sincerity, skills, and Pure Joy! Just be the L💜VE!
Oh,sorry guys,I'm 67,have three grown children and seven grandchildren 😊🤍💜🫡
52 year old ARMY here. Through my daughter. I reluctantly escorted her and her bestie to a concert years ago and was shocked at how the culture was so varied and amazing and the production and music and the messages were beautiful. Honestly hadn’t seen a parking lot culture like that since the Grateful Dead (but no drugs or alcohol, just dancing). When the kids ask me my “bias”, I admit to RM. 😂. Went to the Suga concert alone and was totally embraced by the younger fans.
Thanks to YOU, Uncle Harley! As a 57 years old classics french teacher and proud Army, it’ sur really a pleasure to hear praising the role of Silver Army. I often help young Armys with their parents. Those parents are often conforted when they see elders Armys…💜🫶🏻
I've been ARMY for three years now and I have to say that just in that short time I've noticed a remarkable shift within the fandom when it comes to silver ARMYs like myself (danish, 47 yo). In the beginning there were quite a few instances of young ARMYs attacking us on "the bird app" but over time not only has it happened less and less, it's also being shut down really quickly now by other young ARMYs.
I like to think that it's because the true message of BTS is getting through to more people because if you choose to bully others, be it ARMYs or non-ARMYs, then you clearly haven't understood what these seven young men are really about: Love, acceptance and inclusiveness. It's a message that has drawn so many people to them and each other and I can honestly say that BTS and ARMY are the reasons that I'm still here today.
We see so much negativity and misery on TV but they and my daily interactions with ARMYs all over the world have become my safe space and have helped me restore my rather tattered faith in humanity. There really are a lot of good people out there and BTS has helped bring them together to see and do good in the world.
And of course they make some kick-a$$ music as well..... 😁👍
ARMY has definately become more open minded and inclusive to all.
Hi dear. Your favorite 68yo Army here. I've been waiting for another video from you. Don't take so long next time. I'm not getting any younger, you know...lol.
That is very funny and on point.
@@harleyburke1461 lol...I know, dear.
I'm 38 and a teacher and found BTS last year when I was home sick with Covid (a classic) and bored out of my mind. My students have been fans of BTS for many years and I used to ignore it, because I just knew they were a korean boyband and no, I was not getting into that. :D But I listen to a lot of music and there was a little nagging feeling about not "getting" the hype about BTS. So I looked them up again, listened to Butter and Dynamite, but that didn't catch me at first. Well done songs, but nothing crazy good.
After I had googled them, though, korean TV shows started popping up in my Netflix recommendations and also more videos here on youtube. So I watched "Reply 1988", a TV show I can recommend to anyone. At first I was irritated, because they really act out and blend in sheep sounds at funny moments and everything is loud and chaotic. But I stayed with it because I liked some of the actors and after the fourth or fifth episode, I was hooked. During the isolation with Covid, I watched maybe two Dramas and then found out about korean variety shows.
Long story short: Some time early this year, maybe in February, I watched "In the Soop: Friendcation" because of the actors, but V also participated in that. And they're a group of friends, they sang his songs, they talked about BTS and so I gave it another listen. "Christmas Tree". I was completely stunned, that song was just... Is still so incredibly good. Such a great song.
I watched the BTS "In the soop" seasons, and ever since I find about one more great song each week to just love. This week it was "Awake" of the Wings-Album by Jin.
They're such a diverse band and characters, that you really find something new each week to admire. I also got into "Suchwita" this week and am just so excited for this show.
BTS is so much fun, really wholesome and while getting to know them, I also found a whole new perspective on myself, my life and my work. Things I dreaded, like working out, I enjoy doing now, because I'm just more excited and happy. It's had a tremendous effect on me. I teach philosophy, so it's absolutely fascinating to watch myself in this process. And I truly wish for everyone to have this sense of (in lack of a better word) enlightenment. There's much more gratitude now, much more joy and self-love/ care. Simply much more love maybe.
When I listened for first time Sweet Night from V, I really needed to know more about him and his beautiful and peaceful voice. Eventually I listened others songs from others members and It wasn't possible to me come back. I'm so grateful for that. They bring me a lot of happiness, proud and motivation, even when the life is sometimes difficult. They are so beautiful and genuine people.
Do you watch BTS reactors? It's a good way to explore BTS, especially if you're fairly new. Tribe Loui is one I highly recommend, as he has very good videos and took the time to do very thorough deep dives into each individual member first, before getting into their group discography. He sometimes even pulls up hidden gems that even long time Army has never heard before.
BTS has contributed to your development as a whole human being.
I see lots of Silver Army activity in comments all over the place. The fact that this group of people who have LIVED and experienced so much has given BTS their seal of approval speaks volumes 💜
I am 24 yr old but for me it was heartwarming vdo...you guys always makes bts and younger army proud 💜💜💜💜
Thank you for appreciating Silver ARMY.
56 year old ARMY and have been since watching my first MV - Butter - over two years ago. I had the honor of traveling halfway across the US to see them twice at PTD-LA. I have formed so many friendships online with ARMY around the world as we share daily our love and respect for these men. But, most impactfully for me, they rekindled a love of art I left dormant for decades. Within weeks of learning of them, I was sketching portraits and have added approximately 300 works of them to my ever-expanding portfolio as I delve into other subjects as well. The joy, camaraderie, and self-esteem they have brought to my life cannot be measured or repaid. I love them wholeheartedly as my idols in the truest sense of the word. 💜
They have brought out what was dormant in you. Now enjoy the artist in you.
Thank you for this great review which shows truly why BTS has such a profound effect on the silver Army. I am a 70 yr old silver Army who has loved the boys since 2017. I have watched nearly all their content and love their music. My children ask me what I like about them and I often say I grew up with some of the most brilliant musicians ever, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who etc onto Fleetwood Mac and all the greats of the seventies. But what example did they give us on how to live our lives? Sex, drugs and alcohol and many a youth followed that path to ruin! Many of stars died because of their lifestyle, many took years to wake up to it with some going on to live good lives but they had the money to go to expensive rehabilitation etc, the ones that followed them were often not so lucky. Of course not all followed their ways many just enjoyed their music but they were not great role models and it was understandable that parents did not approve. BTS on the other hand have managed to produce great music of different genres to suit many tastes and at the same time promote self love, and happiness. They have actively fought against bullying and discrimination and addressed mental health and prejudice encouraging youth to love others. Their philanthropic ways have encouraged army to also become philanthropists as well. They are just normal young men and are happy to admit they have faults as well but aim to address them. They encourage the youth to be themselves, be not afraid of the future but embrace it. What would our generation have achieved if we would have had such positive influence in our youth I wonder. How would the world today be different? I am grateful to BTS for the youth of today and the influence they will have on the future. Positive influence can only do good in the long run and the millions of youth out their overflowing with positivity and courage because of these young men is truly heartwarming for the silver Army! 💜💜💜💜💜
Well said.
You have expressed so many of the feelings I have about my musical past & how much more we get from BTS. They are so much more than their music & give us so much to emulate. I love the message they convey to my grandkids & the younger generations. They are a beacon of hope.
@@karenbierle7682 I totally agree!
I agree with you on the examples other bands set vs BTS. The same goes for kdramas. You don't have to worry about your kids coming into the room and being exposed to the filth that is now shown on TV.
@@mmollentze yes, that is why K dramas are good, you don’t need to be stressed that they will see something they shouldn’t. Also it helps them to understand another countries culture, I watch mainly K drama’s even though my children are grown and have their own homes but I still don’t want to watch sex scenes that have nothing to do with the plot of the story or swearing for the sake of it out of context. Some US and UK shows are like that. I still like to watch my UK dramas as they do them well on the whole.
🫶💜Thank you Uncle Harley for this great content🙏i wish this is long😉🤗🤗
This is so important! We add years of experiance to the Army community all over the world. I'm 54 from Sweden. Here, BTS is not generally known. So Army here in Sweden is not so big. Never the less, I try to talk about BTS in various platforms to spread the news of these "boys" and what they represent. I'm so happy I found BTS and their music. Borahae💜
Consider yourself a spreader of new news.
5:31 "I could hear [my grandson] singing 'Smooth Like Butter'": Well, my oldest grandson was 3 yo old at the time and loved Baby Shark. I showed him the video of BTS mashing Baby Shark with LMFAO's "Shots ft. Lil Jon" on Corden's Carpool Kareoke -- my grandson loved it!
That was a good response grandma.
Thank you so much for giving silver army much deserved attention! I am not silver army yet, but this fanbase would not be what it is without the older fans. BTS invokes hope, validation, empowerment, and teaches true value of the individual. Who better to grasp this message than the mentors of the next generation?
I felt so bad for the lady that went to the billboards and the group of young girls ran away from her. I'm in my late thirties so feel like I'm right in the middle. I would have befriended her on the spot! Fortunately the majority of ARMYs are kind and accepting 💜
Love this video! I'm a 52 year old ARMY & like most of us found BTS when I needed them them the most in 2018. Would love to know if any of you older ARMIES are in my neck of the woods....NW Arkansas
I am hoping someone will reach out to you.
I’m 40. BTS is just FUN. I’m not a sports fan but I think it must be something like that for me, the same reason why a 40 year old guy kicks back with a beer to watch the game and cheer for their favorite players. It’s a happy distraction for a while with a mix of inspirational triumph and fan community. When life is a little heavy, it’s refreshing to sit back and laugh at a Run BTS episode or marvel at an amazing performance or reflect on and tear up with some poignant or nostalgic lyrics. I’m not personally any more “into” them than I would be some football quarterback. I enjoy the gorgeous visuals of it all (it’s art! Music, costume, makeup, stage…) but I’m not personally crushing on them, so I have to roll my eyes when all of their talents and positivity are reduced to only that. I’ve never had any personal interest in other music acts, especially not boy groups. I’ve enjoyed lots of music but I haven’t cared about the people behind it and been a “fan.” BTS is just different, and I’m thankful I found them when I did. It makes me a better person to cheer them on because I can feel the positivity it has me stewing in. :)
You have an excellent grasp of your admiration towards BTS.
I think, also, the older ARMYs have the financial resources and decision-making power. They don’t need to ask for parents’ permission, and prob their kids are grown & not needing care - just go book a flight & the hotel, buy tickets, act on their desire to be connected to BTS. I also think they get to live BTS’ message, of loving oneself & speaking oneself, regardless of any stigma, social difference, and bring everybody together across geography and other borders, connect generations and cultures.
You have made an excellent point.
80 yr old ARMY here...love your insights. I found BTS during the pandemic and have been enjoying the rabbithole ever since. Many friends chuckle because I so love them and their music...but I don't care....their message of positivity and self love is awesome. I am trying to learn Korean....love korean cooking and ramyeon with kimchi😊 Borahae💜💜💜💜💜💜
Hi Paulette, 80ish Army here…also enjoying all things BTS. I had an uncle named Paul Burgess in Virginia. So glad to know of you and your love and appreciation of the finer things in Life. Feeling so grateful to be apart of the wave of Light and goodness BTS has brought to the world in our lifetime. By now we are old enough to know what really matters. 💜🤗
@@nancysmith3400 hi Nancy glad to meet you not sure if I'm related to your uncle... Burgess was my married name that I never changed when I got divorced years and years ago. So glad to meet other 80 year olds who enjoy the boys as much as I. I am also loving their solo works as well. While I love all of them...jimin is my bias...it was his dancing that first caught my eye followed by everything else BTS! Borahae💜💜💜
@@pauletteburgess9302 Hi Paulette, this is a new experience for me to share with someone who appreciates BTS. I also love them all and I was especially drawn to Jimin because of his high level of integrity as a dancer and human. My granddaughter told me about them and I dove into their history to get a glimpse of what she was experiencing. It didn’t take long before I was fully engaged in an unexpected altered state of awareness. I feel so grateful to have them in my life. And it certainly helped the isolation of the pandemic easier to manage. Watching them step out on there own is so interesting, they are so different in many ways. I won’t be learning Korean but I have added kimchi to my diet. Enjoy your day, and I am happy that we can share our journey. 💜🤗🌎☮️
This was a very nice video. I told my sister the other day. ARMY & BTS reminds me there is good in this world. Which is a great thing. Thank you 🙏🏼💜
I hope your sister values your insight.
Thank you for clarity I can share with friends who don’t understand my interest. My children laugh at my enthusiasm over Korean Church friend I had since the my time living in Korea during the Mid and Late 70’s while being stationed overseas with my husband USAF, I saw all the billboards there as they were just starting up. I am 70 now and wouldn’t exchange these past 10 years for anything, as it was BTS and their music that has helped me through some difficult years after my stroke in 2017 when depression was deep. I am too grateful to the Youthful ARMY who have also been comforting and encouraging to this Silver Army, I wish I could return again to Korea for another visit, but glad I know what I do of them.
Hold on to your precious memories.
Thank You for acknowledging us old folks. We truly love BTS and Army members from around the world. I’m 63 and I have even gotten my husband interested in them. My husband played in rock bands in his younger years. He finds their production on songs very interesting. I’m learning about that side of things from him. JK’s song Euphoria has 80 different tracks on it. It’s amazing the extent they go to for the sound they want. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Definately another thing to admire about them.
I am a 48 year old Army and I am so glad I found them. I feel like Army and BTS are one big family. That feeling is so wonderful and makes me feel not alone. Their laughter is so contagious and when they cry, I just want to gather them up in a big hug and tell them things will be ok. I was criticized for loving BTS. People said I was too old and that it was weird and creepy that I followed them.
K hang in there. I went through the same thing.
Clearly those people don’t know what you are seeing. It’s about Love, caring, uplifting, being real, appreciating the finer qualities of life, integrity, hope, respect. The experience is not tangible for those who don’t know how to see with their heart yet. We are so fortunate and not alone in knowing what really matters in Life. 🤗💜