The Perks Of Aging

Have you ever heard this saying? When you’re young you have time and energy, but no money. When you’re middle-aged, you have energy and money, but no time. And when you’re old, you have time and money, but no energy.

It is this view of the different stages of life that oftentimes causes people to fear getting older. But truth be told, there are many people who still look forward to aging – and to those who are, we salute you! There are so many amazing things that happen to a person when they age. Here are just a few of them. If you have any more to add to the list, please let us know in the comments below!

A Happier Outlook

It may surprise some, but studies show that seniors are among the happiest groups of people and that they are significantly happier than their middle-aged counterparts! Older people tend to have internal mechanisms to deal better with hardships or negative circumstances than those who are younger. Seniors also tend to be more comfortable being themselves because they have gotten to a point where they realize that being yourself is more important than wasting time caring what other people think about you!

Grandchildren

Grandparents often get to experience the joys of little children but without the sleepless nights and diaper changes. Grandparents love their grandchildren and this love lightens their own heart while simultaneously benefiting the grandchildren who receive this love. The best part is that you get to spoil them and then send them back home, all while getting to watch your own children blossom into the roles of parenthood that you spent so much time preparing them for.

More Time for Loved Ones

Retirement isn’t inherently relaxing or joyful, it is how that time is used that makes it special. One of the best parts of retirement is spending more time with family, friends, and other loved ones. More significant relationships develop as you are able to be more present and in the moment. Your mind is no longer consumed with the worries and stress of a career – so enjoy!

Opportunity to Pursue Your Dreams

The time gained during retirement is an excellent opportunity to pursue dreams and passions that you might have put on hold. For instance, you can take that trip to Paris you’ve always dreamed of, write the novel in your head that’s been waiting to get out, or learn a new language. The opportunities are limitless.

Participation in Civics and Volunteering

Growing old provides a sense of new and broader perspective and it often makes people inclined to focus their efforts and energy more towards bettering society and creating a better world for future generations. In addition to spending time with loved ones and pursuing personal dreams and passions, retired seniors have more time to be civically and politically involved. Often, retirees find themselves just as, if not busier, after retirement with meaningful engagements in volunteering.

Wisdom

A recent Smithsonian Magazine article described a number of recent studies demonstrating the emotional and intellectual benefits of aging. One study described in the article showed that seniors often have better control over their emotions than other age groups, perhaps from the many years of experience handling a variety of situations. Who doesn’t love hearing the pearls of wisdom about when there was no internet and kids had to play outside all day?

More Empathy and Better Social Skills

Another study described in the aforementioned article asked participants to give advice to hypothetical authors of “Dear Abby” letters. The findings indicated that seniors have superior social and empathetic abilities. The study said: “Subjects in their 60s were better than younger ones at imagining different points of view, thinking of multiple resolutions and suggesting compromises.”

Senior Discounts

There was a time that you envied the discounts that seniors receive at various places within the community, but now it’s your turn to reap the benefits! The discounts offered to seniors can help people save money in a period when income tends to be fixed and limited. These discounts also provide a great incentive for seniors to make the most of their retirement, for the discounts are often for the exact types of services that help seniors stay engaged and active, such as entertainment, dining, and transportation.

Sense of Accomplishment

Older people often have a healthy sense of pride that comes from their accomplishments. These accomplishments needn’t be great feats. Seemingly ordinary achievements like raising a healthy and happy child, being happily married, serving in defense of the nation, or retiring from a job in good-standing after years of dedicated service, can be the foundation of a pleasant contentment in old age.

Alma Health Skilled Services is a Home Community Based Service Coordination Agency. We understand that although aging can be fun, it also does come with challenges. Our goal is to provide our clients with the highest level of service coordination available in order to keep you or your family member living as independently as possible.

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It is this view of the different stages of life that oftentimes causes people to fear getting older. But truth be told, there are many people who still look forward to aging - and to those who are, we salute you! There are so many amazing things that happen to a person when they age. Here are just a few of them. If you have any more to add to the list, please let us know in the comments below!

A Happier Outlook

It may surprise some, but studies show that seniors are among the happiest groups of people and that they are significantly happier than their middle-aged counterparts! Older people tend to have internal mechanisms to deal better with hardships or negative circumstances than those who are younger. Seniors also tend to be more comfortable being themselves because they have gotten to a point where they realize that being yourself is more important than wasting time caring what other people think about you!

Grandchildren

Grandparents often get to experience the joys of little children but without the sleepless nights and diaper changes. Grandparents love their grandchildren and this love lightens their own heart while simultaneously benefiting the grandchildren who receive this love. The best part is that you get to spoil them and then send them back home, all while getting to watch your own children blossom into the roles of parenthood that you spent so much time preparing them for.

More Time for Loved Ones

Retirement isn’t inherently relaxing or joyful, it is how that time is used that makes it special. One of the best parts of retirement is spending more time with family, friends, and other loved ones. More significant relationships develop as you are able to be more present and in the moment. Your mind is no longer consumed with the worries and stress of a career - so enjoy!

Opportunity to Pursue Your Dreams

The time gained during retirement is an excellent opportunity to pursue dreams and passions that you might have put on hold. For instance, you can take that trip to Paris you’ve always dreamed of, write the novel in your head that’s been waiting to get out, or learn a new language. The opportunities are limitless.

Participation in Civics and Volunteering

Growing old provides a sense of new and broader perspective and it often makes people inclined to focus their efforts and energy more towards bettering society and creating a better world for future generations. In addition to spending time with loved ones and pursuing personal dreams and passions, retired seniors have more time to be civically and politically involved. Often, retirees find themselves just as, if not busier, after retirement with meaningful engagements in volunteering.

Wisdom

A recent Smithsonian Magazine article described a number of recent studies demonstrating the emotional and intellectual benefits of aging. One study described in the article showed that seniors often have better control over their emotions than other age groups, perhaps from the many years of experience handling a variety of situations. Who doesn't love hearing the pearls of wisdom about when there was no internet and kids had to play outside all day?

More Empathy and Better Social Skills

Another study described in the aforementioned article asked participants to give advice to hypothetical authors of “Dear Abby” letters. The findings indicated that seniors have superior social and empathetic abilities. The study said: “Subjects in their 60s were better than younger ones at imagining different points of view, thinking of multiple resolutions and suggesting compromises.”

Senior Discounts

There was a time that you envied the discounts that seniors receive at various places within the community, but now it's your turn to reap the benefits! The discounts offered to seniors can help people save money in a period when income tends to be fixed and limited. These discounts also provide a great incentive for seniors to make the most of their retirement, for the discounts are often for the exact types of services that help seniors stay engaged and active, such as entertainment, dining, and transportation.

Sense of Accomplishment

Older people often have a healthy sense of pride that comes from their accomplishments. These accomplishments needn’t be great feats. Seemingly ordinary achievements like raising a healthy and happy child, being happily married, serving in defense of the nation, or retiring from a job in good-standing after years of dedicated service, can be the foundation of a pleasant contentment in old age.

Alma Health Skilled Services is a Home Community Based Service Coordination Agency. We understand that although aging can be fun, it also does come with challenges. Our goal is to provide our clients with the highest level of service coordination available in order to keep you or your family member living as independently as possible.

Contact us for a free in-home consultation. 

 
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