What are the common myths about aging?

As we think of old age, we picture ourselves falling asleep on a rocking chair, strolling, staying indoors, falling ill often, becoming less useful or productive, and many more. But, this is not true. Senior people can be productive and contribute to society.

Today, let us focus on the common myths about aging 

Older People are indifferent or uninterested in the outside world 

Senior loved ones just don’t sit idle and watch Television. Many senior people stay involved academically by opting for online courses according to their choice. Some senior loved ones also have a penchant for writing and writing for magazines and newspapers. Moreover, many of our beloved seniors continue working either by choice or necessity well beyond their typical retirement age.

Senior people don’t contribute to society 

With years of experience and professional expertise,  senior loved ones are great mentors, volunteers, and colleagues. Many senior loved ones contribute to their community by tutoring, assisting small businesses, volunteering in NGOs, babysitting, providing fellow seniors companionship, and contributing to other noble causes. Senior loved ones have strong work ethics and can be excellent “guiding stars “ for the younger generation.

Older People don’t want relatives or friends

This is the “ worst myth” about old age that most of the people have. Man is a social creature. Families and organizations thrive well when they are connected socially. Our beloved seniors need a loving family, and friends to lead a happy and healthy life.  They need to socialize as much as the younger generation needs.

Physical and mental deterioration are inevitable in old age 

We indeed lose some functions as we age but much can be done to slow down the process of physical and mental health aging. Senior people can exercise at home or go for relaxing morning and evening walks, and eat a balanced meal to keep themselves physically and mentally healthy and active. They can also take up hobbies such as gardening, baking, writing, etc to feel happy and relaxed. Elder Care Service Providers in Kolkata provide professional caregivers who can help your senior loved ones remain healthy and active in life. A caregiver can help your loved ones with their daily chores, and medications. Moreover, they can also accompany your beloved seniors to grocery, and doctor’s appointments and provide companionship to your seniors, and help them lead a healthy and happy life.

Seniors can’t make decisions properly

Wisdom comes with age and experience. Skills are based on years of experience and education. We should include our senior loved ones in the family’s decision-making process may it be financial, medical, or others as they have seen life more than us and can be excellent mentors.  Also, participation by everyone will improve the outcomes. 

Older Adults lose their will to live 

It is the most common myth that many people that as people age they grow weak and slowly lose the desire to live. But the truth is that all human beings want to live more and lead a good life. Nobody wants to shorten their lifespan. 

These are the common myths about aging. To quote Mark Twain” Age is an issue of mind over matter, If you don’t mind, then it doesn’t matter. But we all have minds and aging always matters. Positive thinking can help you lead a quality life.