@drewnogal saidI read that as well and although it is natural to gravitate to people with similar mindsets that is really not good for brain activity. Certainly chatting on a forum like this is a help. I am fortunate in that regard as I own a restaurant and bar down here in the islands and I meet and chat with dozens of people every month from all over Europe and North America. They say playing a musical instrument, or learning a foreign language, are also good for the brain.
I read that having social contact with at least 5 different people each week during old age is important for brain stimulation to protect against dementia. I’m not sure whether a discussion on an internet forum counts as being as helpful as a regular chat with a local shop keeper mind?
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@the-gravedigger saidEmployee benefits?
Yes, fair comment. I hope to bypass the nursing home and go straight from the bar to my grave.
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@rajk999 saidDo you have Kosher food on your menu?
I read that as well and although it is natural to gravitate to people with similar mindsets that is really not good for brain activity. Certainly chatting on a forum like this is a help. I am fortunate in that regard as I own a restaurant and bar down here in the islands and I meet and chat with dozens of people every month from all over Europe and North America. They say playing a musical instrument, or learning a foreign language, are also good for the brain.
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@rajk999 saidSounds like a nice way of life.
I read that as well and although it is natural to gravitate to people with similar mindsets that is really not good for brain activity. Certainly chatting on a forum like this is a help. I am fortunate in that regard as I own a restaurant and bar down here in the islands and I meet and chat with dozens of people every month from all over Europe and North America. They say playing a musical instrument, or learning a foreign language, are also good for the brain.
@drewnogal saidIt is but there are some serious drawbacks [healthwise] being on a small island as health care is limited. There very little variety in the seasons as the temp is blazing hot and humid all year. Vacations require flying. In your case youall can get in your car and drive across Europe. I wish I could do that. All I can do here is relax on the beach anytime I want with a cooler of beers.
Sounds like a nice way of life.
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@drewnogal said“Old age”. Exactly how old is old age? Is it a mindset or or an actual number?🤔
I read that having social contact with at least 5 different people each week during old age is important for brain stimulation to protect against dementia. I’m not sure whether a discussion on an internet forum counts as being as helpful as a regular chat with a local shop keeper mind?
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@great-big-stees saidI think she means 70+ or so.
“Old age”. Exactly how old is old age? Is it a mindset or or an actual number?🤔
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@very-rusty saidNobody should be allowed to drive at the age of 92, in my opinion.
I know a lady up in her 80's who still drives her own car!
Come to think about it I knew a man who was 92 still driving with a clean record. How many can say that? Not even a speeding ticket!!!
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@very-rusty saidYes, he may very well be a better driver than many much younger people, but it doesn't change the fact that he should decide not to drive his car any longer - in my opinion. I know what growing old is like - our vision, hearing and reaction are not what they used to be.
For the man I knew, good thing you don't make the laws. He was quite capable and a better driver than many half his age.
On the other hand I've seen 20 year old's that shouldn't even have a license.!!!
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@great-big-stees saidI suppose I was thinking of an age when someone has retired and one’s siblings and contemporaries are starting to ‘disappear’? When life gets quieter with fewer social contacts.
“Old age”. Exactly how old is old age? Is it a mindset or or an actual number?🤔
@drewnogal saidThat sometimes happens while the child is still very young.
I suppose I was thinking of an age when someone has retired and one’s siblings and contemporaries are starting to ‘disappear’? When life gets quieter with fewer social contacts.
I took early retirement didn't make me old I was still in my 50's at the time. I know fortunate as not everyone can do that.
I have many close friends and relatives who have passed, but that doesn't mean I can't make new friends, which I've done. Of course it doesn't replace the ones gone!@
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@rajk999 saidMust confess I only just realised where your island is. My sister worked on a Caribbean cruise ship many years ago. She had a fabulous time.
It is but there are some serious drawbacks [healthwise] being on a small island as health care is limited. There very little variety in the seasons as the temp is blazing hot and humid all year. Vacations require flying. In your case youall can get in your car and drive across Europe. I wish I could do that. All I can do here is relax on the beach anytime I want with a cooler of beers.