Younger generations are usually encouraged to learn from their elders. In addition to delicious cooking, vivid storytelling, and dealing with loss and avoiding regrets, seniors have a wealth of knowledge to share. It is possible, however, that information is shared both ways between people of different generations. It is common for seniors to learn something new from the younger generation when they spend time with them. The older generation can learn five things from today’s youth:
Use technology to make contacts
With the confusing websites of social media and the endless possibilities of mobile devices, it seems like everything is going electronic. One of the lessons seniors can learn from the youth surrounding them is how to use technology to better stay in touch with friends and family.
How to play
As children, we took every opportunity to have fun and be silly. Over time, we’re taught to sit still and mind our manners, and over time, many people lose their spontaneity. There’s no need to take everything so seriously, and it’s okay to relax and play once in a while.
Open-mindedness
Children are tolerant and open-minded people. Unfortunately, as we get older, we tend to become entrenched in our habits and ideas. Even though these new things may seem scary or difficult, children teach us to keep an open mind and get excited about developing new skills or learning something new.
Appreciate the not-so-important moments
With phones, social media, cameras and countless other tools, children and young adults are able to capture every single moment of their day. Seniors can learn from the younger generation to better appreciate the ordinary moments of the day and be more open to sharing moments, thoughts or ideas with friends and family, no matter how trivial it may seem.
Be active
Unfortunately, many seniors lose their desire to exercise when it starts to get difficult. Seniors quickly feel tired, listless or unmotivated, which prevents them from being active every day. There are fun ways to stay active, and seniors should maintain the activity level they had when they were younger as much as possible.
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