【Background】
In recent years, with the increasing prominence of aging, the quality of life of the elderly has gradually become the focus of social attention. As the saying goes, "the old have support, the old have something to rely on", which is not only the inner expectation of the elderly, but also the responsibility of the society. However, with the rising cost of living, many seniors face many challenges in retirement. From financial burden, to physical health, to family relationships, each item is related to the well-being of the elderly. So, what kind of conditions can make a 70-80-year-old old live with dignity and quality?
On this issue, we need to reflect deeply. In today's increasingly economic pressure, many elderly people have to rely on their own savings or pensions to make ends meet. However, in the face of high medical costs and daily expenses, many elderly people still feel stretched thin. In addition, as the pressure of children's work and life increases, the relationship between the elderly and their children has become more complicated. Do we have enough resources and mechanisms to ensure that every elderly person can rely on them in old age? This is undoubtedly a problem that society and every family need to face and solve.
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1. In the age group of 70 to 80 years old, it is undoubtedly admirable for the elderly to be able to solve the pension expenses by themselves. There are only two main ways to provide for the elderly: relying on children and relying on yourself. With the increasing economic pressure, many children find it difficult to afford their parents' pension expenses. At this time, it is particularly important to rely on your own savings or pension. A pension of 3,000 yuan a month may not be much, but it is enough for the elderly to live a relatively comfortable life, and they no longer have to ask their children for money, which not only reduces the burden on their children, but also retains the dignity of the elderly.
2. Physical health is the cornerstone of a happy life. As soon as many elderly people enter old age, their physical condition is much worse than before, and geriatric diseases are endless. If you can maintain good health in your 70s and do not suffer from major diseases, you are really much luckier than many of your peers. Health is not only about physical health, but also about mental health. An optimistic and cheerful old man with a peaceful mind will naturally have a much higher quality of life than those who are sad and short-tempered all day long.
3. Being able to take care of oneself in life is also one of the important criteria for the quality of life of the elderly. Imagine, if an elderly person in his 70s still needs to be taken care of by his children every day, it will not only add a burden to his children, but also make his life inconvenient. Being able to bathe, cook, and take care of housework by yourself, and try not to trouble your children as much as possible, is true independence and self-esteem. This not only reduces the burden on the family, but also allows the elderly to maintain the dignity of life.
Fourth, it is the wish of many elderly people to have a partner to rely on and spend their old age together. This wife is best the original match, because they have known each other for many years and have formed a deep emotional foundation. Although life in old age is simple, with the company of his wife, life will not seem so lonely. In mutual support, it is also a kind of happiness to spend ordinary days together.
5. Having one or several hobbies after retirement can enrich the life of the elderly. Whether it is raising flowers and plants, calligraphy and painting, playing cards and chess, traveling and fitness, these hobbies can not only pass the time, but also make life full and interesting. Through these activities, the elderly can not only maintain a good mental state, but also make new friends, expand their social circle, and avoid loneliness.
6. The filial piety of children is also one of the important factors for the happiness of the elderly. Even if the children do not achieve much, as long as they know how to be filial and respect their parents, the elderly will be satisfied. Filial piety is not material satisfaction, but spiritual comfort. Being able to go home often and chat with the elderly, even if it is just a phone greeting, is a great comfort for the elderly.
【Sublimation at the end】
In short, the happiness of the elderly lies not only in material satisfaction, but also in spiritual pleasure and peace. An elderly person who is financially independent, healthy, self-caring, accompanied by an old wife, has hobbies, and has filial children, will naturally have a high quality of life. While pursuing material life, do not forget about spiritual satisfaction, so that you can truly "enjoy old age".
Each of us will grow old one day, and how we treat the elderly today will be treated in the future. Society should give more care and support to the elderly, so that they can feel warmth and respect in their old age. After all, the years are merciless, and each of us should contribute to the happiness of the elderly. Only in this way can we make the lives of the elderly better and the whole society more harmonious.