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Life is like a play, everyone is their own protagonist. In this scene, we go through different stages and roles, from baby to teenager, from youth to middle age, and then to old age. Among these stages, the most concerning is old age.
Because old age is the last stage of life, it is also the stage where various problems and difficulties are most likely to occur. For older adults, their biggest concern is how to stay healthy and live longer.
In traditional Chinese culture, longevity is regarded as a blessing and glory, and it is people's lifelong pursuit and yearning. Therefore, there are many sayings and methods about longevity among the people, among which there is a saying: "People who are old and two hurdles, survive and live long." ”
This sentence means that in old age, there are two particularly important periods, and if you can live it safely, you can realize the desire to live a long life. So which are these two periods? And how to spend it?
The first hurdle: 60 years old
According to mainland law, 60 years old is the legal age for men to retire. For many people, 60 is also an important node in the transition from middle age to old age. During this period, people face not only physical changes and aging, but also psychological and social adjustments and stress.
First of all, physically, around the age of 60 is the period when the function of various organs of the human body begins to decline. For example, the function of vital organs such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver will gradually weaken; Tissues such as bones, joints, and muscles gradually degenerate.
Sensory and cognitive abilities such as vision, hearing, and memory will gradually decline; The immune system and resistance to disease also gradually decline. These changes can make older people more susceptible to various chronic and infectious diseases.
Second, psychologically, around the age of 60 is a period when people face retirement and role changes. For many, retirement means losing the income, status, identity, and socialization of their jobs. These losses can put people under economic, psychological and social stress.
For example, some people may feel negative emotions such as anxiety, depression, helplessness, boredom, loneliness, etc.; Some people may feel that life has no purpose, meaning, and value; Some people may feel changed and alienated from their relationships with family, friends, and society.
Therefore, 60 years old is the first hurdle for the elderly, which requires our special attention and care. Physically, it is necessary to maintain good living habits, undergo regular physical examinations, take some nutritional products appropriately, and so on.
Psychologically, it is necessary to maintain a positive attitude, such as optimism, self-confidence, cheerfulness, gratitude, etc. At the same time, to find a hobby that suits you, you can also participate in some community activities, such as volunteer service, mutual aid organizations, universities for the elderly, etc., to expand your social circle and interpersonal relationships.
The second hurdle: 73 years old
According to mainland statistics, the average life expectancy on the mainland has reached 77.3 years. This means that around the age of 73, many people have already exceeded the average and entered the stage of advanced old age.
At this stage, you have to face serious physical aging and diseases, and it is the "enhanced version" of the 60-year-old stage, and the probability and severity of various diseases are even greater. And around the age of 73 is a period when people face a rethinking of the meaning and value of life.
For many, 73 is a moment to look back and look to the future. At this moment, people may evaluate and reflect on their lives, thinking about whether they have achieved their goals and expectations, whether they have regrets and regrets, and whether they have contributed and valued.
At the same time, people may also plan and envision their future, think about how much time and opportunities they still have, what they want to do, and what expectations and hopes they have. Therefore, 73 years old is the second hurdle for the elderly, which requires more attention and understanding.
epilogue
Ageing is an important stage in life, but also a stage full of challenges and opportunities. For the elderly, "two hurdles for old people" is a common topic and a problem worthy of attention. Through the above analysis, we can know that the "two barriers" are 60 and 73 years old.
These two periods are periods of major physical, psychological and social changes in the elderly, and they are also critical periods that affect the health and longevity of the elderly. In order to overcome these two hurdles and achieve the goal of healthy and longevity, we need to start from many aspects, prepare and respond accordingly.
In short, "two hurdles for old people" is not an absolute fate, but a relative opportunity. As long as we have enough confidence and courage, have the right attitude and method, and have full preparation and response, we can successfully cross these two hurdles and welcome a healthy, long and happy old age.