03/09/2026
Mostly (NOT ALL) elderly people I meet in India tell me their morning starts with tea, news & then a lot of time on the phone.
While travelling, I have seen a very different side of ageing…people in their 60s, 70s& even beyond gardening, cooking,
cleaning, walking, looking after animals, pursuing hobbies and doing their everyday work independently.
And I always wonder- why do we consider it “wrong” when our parents work after a certain age?
If my parents can cook, clean, carry their own things, garden, walk or help around the house, I WANT them to do it.
Not because I don’t want to help them, but because I want them to remain independent for as long as possible.
Healthy ageing isn’t about sitting and resting 24/7. Movement, social connection, meaningful activities and cognitive stimulation are all important for maintaining physical and brain health.
So please encourage your parents to MOVE, participate, learn, help and have a PURPOSE.
Growing older shouldn’t mean stopping living. ❤️