Reminiscing is Nice, But………

Reminiscing is nice, but you need to know how to come back to reality too. What I mean is, as we get older we reminisce a lot and it’s important to reminisce. But it’s also important to know what is going on around you in the present. I understand some people may have a hard time doing this, if they have alzheimers or dementia for example. They are in a different situation and I won’t be discussing them here. I’m talking about normal aging and having difficulty focusing, and what we can do to manage it. I think keeping a calendar helps, because you’ll know what day it is and what appointments you have. Having routines is important too. You don’t have to do the same exact routine everyday, but having some structure helps. And most importantly, I think we need to stay engaged as we age. That’s why it’s good that Senior Centers, Senior Residences and Nursing homes have activities such as games, group discussions, festivals and formal dinner functions. Interracting with others at these functions helps seniors stay engaged and focused while having fun at the same time!