Good, bad and ugly on ageing
There are advantages and disadvantages to just about everything in life. So, when it comes to ageing; what is the best and worst thing? Read this article to find out what some Americans have to say about growing older on a website dedicated to sharing senior thoughts.
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There are advantages and disadvantages to just about everything in life. So, when it comes to ageing; what is the best and worst thing? Read this article to find out what some Americans have to say about growing older on a website dedicated to sharing senior thoughts.
The good:
- Having time for yourself and being free from family responsibilities
- Doing the things you have put off for many years
- Remembering all of the good things you have done in your life, including raising a family
- The wisdom gained through experience
- Knowing what you want in life
- Freedom from work commitments, time to travel, time to enjoy grandchildren
- Retirement
The bad:
- Arthritis, decreased flexibility and mobility
- Not always having enough money
- Knowledge that you are getting closer to ‘the end’
- Having to go into an aged care facility and not being able to afford it
- Having a young mind and an old body
- Being alone
- Losing looks
- Not having value or control
What are the good and bad parts about growing older? Share your opinions by commenting in the box below.
