The global aging tsunami is approaching – are you ready? What are your thoughts on the lifestyle of the elderly? Independent international news media, "Global People Daily News," has created an online program called " Matured yet Young at Heart," featuring 4 seniors from the United States, Ireland, and Spain, sharing their late-life arrangements and reflections on life. It's worth checking out to prepare before entering the old age.

 

At the age of almost 83, Lung (Josette) Ogle, a volunteer from the United States, believes that getting old is a blessing. Her more than thirty years of teaching English nourished her late years. Even though her former students are now in their sixties, they still keep in touch. Monthly video calls filled with students' care, phone calls, and love are a blessing in her old age. Lung (Josette) Ogle started practicing Qigong in 1993, and over time, she realized that Qigong not only improves physical health but also enhances spirituality. Compassion, tolerance, kindness, and actions guided by conscience are, in her opinion, the key to finding aging a blessing.

 

Helen from Ireland, who has been living in the United States for 30 years, faced a significant change in lifestyle last year as her husband retired, and their children left home. So far, she and her husband have been trying various new activities, including dog walking, golfing, cycling, and traveling. Most importantly, they enjoy helping neighbors and anyone in need, making every day exciting.

 

David Wolgemuth from the United States and his wife Donna emphasize family connections. After retiring, they spend most of their time visiting family, attending their grandchildren's performances and family events, and actively participating in church activities, helping others. They also seize the opportunity while they can to plan different domestic and international trips.

 

Former writer of " The Newspaper Granada Costa Nacional " from Spain, Maria Manrique, analyzes the issues and reflections brought about by the phenomenon of aging from a different perspective. Firstly, she emphasizes the importance of assisting the elderly as their physical and mental health undergo a series of continuous changes, requiring more social support systems to ensure they are not isolated and to delay the onset of diseases, preventing them from falling into depression, anxiety, or stress. Although many countries face a shortage of workforce and raising the retirement age is a significant trend, she believes that society should provide young people with opportunities for a future full of possibilities. She also points out that transitioning from independent living to nursing homes requires a significant financial burden, and both individuals and countries must have a comprehensive plan to cope with the approaching silver tsunami.