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Life can begin at 50/60/70, it is all in your hands!
Many
people feel unhappy, health-wise and security-wise, after
50/60 years of age owing to the diminishing importance
given to them and their opinions. But it need not be so,
if only we understand the basic principles of life and
follow them scrupulously.
Here are ten
mantras to age gracefully, make life after retirement
pleasant, enjoy and treasure the elders years of wisdom
and intelligence at its best.
1. Never say ‘I am aged': There are three ages, chronological, biological, and psychological. The first is calculated based on our date of birth; the second is determined by the health conditions and the third is how old you feel you are. While we don't have control over the first, we can take care of our health with good diet, exercise and a cheerful attitude. A positive attitude and optimistic thinking can reverse the third age.
2. Health
is wealth: If
you really love your kids and kin, taking
care of yourself and your health should be your priority.
Thus, you will not be a burden to them. Have an annual
health check-up and take the prescribed medicines
regularly. Do take health insurance cover.
3. Money
is important: Money
is essential for meeting the basic necessities of life,
keeping good health and earning family
respect and security.
Don't spend beyond your means even for your children. You
have lived for them all through and it is time you enjoyed
a harmonious life with your spouse. If your children are
grateful and they take care of you, you are blessed. But
never take it for granted.
4. Relaxation
and recreation:The most
relaxing and recreating forces are a healthy religious attitude,
good sleep, music and laughter.
Have faith in God, learn to sleep well, love good music and see the funny side
of life.
5. Time
is precious: It
is almost like holding a horse's reins. When they are in your hands, you can
control them. Imagine that every day you are born again. Yesterday is a
cancelled cheque. Tomorrow is a promissory note. Today is ready cash — use it
profitably.Live
this moment.
6. Change
is the only permanent thing: We
should accept change — it is inevitable. The
only way to make sense out of change is to join the dance.
Change has brought about many pleasant things. We should be happy that our
children are blessed.
7. Enlightened
selfishness: All
of us are basically selfish. Whatever we do, we expect something in return. We
should definitely be grateful to those who stood by us. But our focus should
be on the internal satisfaction and happiness we derive by doing good
to others, without expecting anything in return.
8. Forget and forgive: Don't be bothered too much about others' mistakes. We are not spiritual enough to show our other cheek when we are slapped in one. But for the sake of our own health and happiness, let us forgive and forget them. Otherwise, we will be only increasing our BP.
9. Everything
has a reason. A purpose: Take
life as it comes.
Accept yourself as you are and also accept others for what they are.
Everybody is unique and right in his own way.
10. Overcome
the fear of death: We
all know that one day we have to leave this world. Still we are afraid
of death. We think that our spouse and children will be unable to
withstand our loss. But the truth is no one is going to die for you;
they may be depressed for some time. Time
heals everything and
they will carry on.
Regardless
How Far The Journey Is OR How Capable We Are, We Do Our Best To Reach
Our Goal. This Is Perseverance At Its Best ...—Anonymous
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