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What do you envision your life to be like as an older adult? Explain.
Humans are one of the most developed species on earth. The human
life is divided into different phases according to their age. It
begins from infancy when a child is born. As the child grows he
attains puberty and becomes an adolescent. Adolescence is followed
by becoming an adult. As the human grows old and ages he becomes an
older adult. As the humans ages they undergo various physiological
and anatomical changes.
The older adult phase starts between the age of 55-60 years. During
this stage a person can see various changes occuring to his body
like hairs become scarce and grey, reduced appetite, easy fatigue,
weakness, loss of muscle mass, weak eyesight. These changes occur
due to wear and tear occuring in body through the life due to daily
activities and stress.
So it becomes very important for older adults to take care of
themselves.
As I will grow old and become older adult, l envision myself being
happy and content with my life. I would surely pay more attention
to myself and the physical needs so that I can keep myself fit and
healthy during old age. Also I envision myself being independent
financially as well as physically. I also envsion myself of
adopting atleast one sport or outdoor activity to keep myself fit
and physically active. I will make sure that I save enough money to
be financially independent during old age. I also envision myself
of pursuing some of my hobbies like organic farming and painting. I
love painting and gardening but due to lack of time I am not able
to take out for them. But during old age I will definitely pursue
these hobbies.
I will also attach myself to an NGO working for children. I love
children and during old age I will like to connect with them.
Children are full of warmth, love and positivity. Working for the
children and being connected to them will give me positivity and
energy during my old age and keep me away from anxiety, depression
and stress.