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Seniors and Technology - 7 Reasons Why They Should Embrace It


 

The famous Spanish-American philosopher George Santayana once said, ‘those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.’

 Life becomes an easy ride when you remember the past, act in the present, and embrace the future. Living fully happens only when you see the present in the light of the past to get to the future.

 While it is good to live in the present moment, remembering your past helps you keep yourself balanced. Past helps you know your roots. It is the pillar that carries both your present and future.

 This applies on every scale for the elders. As they age, their past overlaps with the changes in the current generation. This pushes them away from everything present.

 Technology for Seniors- High Time to Break the Stereotypes

 Seniors often find it difficult or neglected to adapt to the new changes, new trends, and new technology. Seniors and modern-day living are two components that do not fit.

 It is true that seniors might take time to get adapted to the new changes, and lifestyle. Instead of giving them scope, they are just being casted away. This needs to be changed.

 Here are some ways seniors can adapt to the new ways of life while keeping their past in mind, embracing the future, and living in the present.

 1.    Stay Current with Latest Technology

 

●      Do you know what cryptocurrency is? Ever wondered how a 30-word tweet by a billionaire CEO is determining the fate of investors? There is so much going on with technology.

●      Spend some time surfing the internet to learn the latest trends across the globe. Explore latest happenings in different industries.

●      The goodness of random surfing is that you might not know what you are learning now but it sure will help you in many ways.

●      There is so much available on YouTube, Facebook, and other infotainment platforms. Make spending time on them as part of your day.

 2.    Stay Up To Date

●      The world is changing fast. And it is bringing an array of changes in the way one lives their day-to-day life.

●      As a senior, you do not have to follow each and every update. But knowing the happenings around you does not harm.

●      If you have a habit of reading daily newspaper, great! It helps you get there on top of the latest happenings.

●      We know your love for the physical newspapers. However, try to enjoy the flexibility of reading news online.

 3.    Don’t Hold Back

●      Using technology in your day-to-day life can be difficult as a beginner. But it should not be a block for you.

●      Practice using different apps that help you with your needs. If you are unsure, there are many blogs and articles for seniors. Get help from them.

●      Use senior’s lifestyle applications that include reminders, schedulers, video calling platforms, messaging apps, and many other apps for seniors.

 4.    Technology for Physical and Mental Health

●      Starting from the fitness apps for seniors to medication management apps, elders can take full advantage of mobile technology for their own wellbeing.

●      There is an app for every small activity in your day. Search, download, and start using them.

●      Not just physical health but apps for mental wellness, mindfulness, and skill development help you keep busy and mentally sharp.

 5.    Smart Living for Seniors

●      Smart assistive devices for seniors are another important technology aspect that helps elderly by providing support in their daily living.

●      There are many electronic devices that are designed to make a senior’s life a tad more independent and seamless.

●      Smart appliances like robotic vacuums clean your house while you undergo massage therapy in a comfy recliner. Plenty of ways to have some good time in your retired life.

●      If you know how to leverage technology, there is a device or application for anything and everything you do in your day.

 6.    Connections Powered by Technology

●      Of course, a message on WhatsApp cannot replace the feel of a letter from a loved one but it sure serves the purpose.

●      Stay connected with your family members and friends with video calling apps. Not just calls, there are platforms that help you play games with your grandchildren and go on live stream for them.

●      Technology is revolutionizing the way we communicate. Did you know that you can interact with 3D replicas of your loved ones directly via smartphones? This is the next big step in telecommunication.

 7.    Keep Yourself Engaged, Entertained and Educated 

●      Be it you are a movie buff or an avid reader, there is an app for your entertainment and knowledge.

●      Watch a movie or a series, read a book, or skim through the latest news - all from your mobile device.

●      Give yourself time to play games like puzzles to help your brain stay on top of its game.

 Technology is already erasing the distance between science fiction movies and reality. And you do not want to be left out of this revolution. This is high time for you to take part in order to take over! 

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