Why pensioners in post-Soviet countries feel worse than their peers in Europe and the United States

We have come across an interesting statistic that concerns the lives of pensioners. Despite the potential that could be harnessed constructively, most older people do not use it. Old-age work It seems almost hard labor, and ageism in this regard does not add joy.



Editorial "Site" I decided to bring this issue to the surface to try to understand what could be negative in terms of this potential. We are also waiting for you to comment on this. If you're retired, then tell everyone what's affecting your activity.

Let's look at the statistics first. It says that pensionerhood In post-Soviet countries, pensioners in Europe and America are worse off. This is not the best tone does not allow older people to continue to be active or just enjoy a legitimate and, most importantly, well-deserved rest.



In addition, they note household difficulties that do not benefit the elderly. In particular, we are talking about living together with their children and grandchildren on the same living space. Let's just say it can really be a problem. Old people want to rest, but they can’t, because more youthful He dictates his rules.

Another point is low social activity and a small number of social connections. By withdrawing into themselves and succumbing to their age, older people reduce the number of contacts with society, although this approach can initially be considered wrong. There should be a club and it is worth visiting.



Perhaps the most important point in this story is work. Our people, when they retire, cannot afford to sit idly by. There are two things: first, the habit of getting up to work and doing things, and second, the opportunity to earn money. extra. The second is even higher, because it is often not dictated by the highest pensions.



You can talk as much as you like about the well-being of our pensioners, but most of them really work for wear and tear, while sometimes taking on the most unprestigious and “humiliating” work. His Majesty Ageism. Not only will you lose confidence, but you will also lose self-esteem. Based on all this, we have a general dull appearance compared to the supposedly happier Europeans and Americans.

What do we do with all this? We wouldn't look too much at Western countries. It has its own rules and traditions, and, as we dare to think, not every pensioner there like cheese in butter rolls. Perhaps common. standard But that doesn’t mean that everyone has paradise. Just like us, there are many different people living in Europe and the Americas. Drawing conclusions in absentia, perhaps, is not worth it.



Second point. It depends more on how much a person is willing to put up with the conditions in which he is. Even in old age, you can feel normal. How's it going? With age-related changes. Regular visits to the doctor, feasible trips and trips, other joy. You don't have to write yourself off.

Many note that to keep yourself in a completely normal tone helps the cottage, or even a house in the village. There is always movement, always work, because you need to monitor the economy. Pensioners in their research reach the point that they fully provide themselves with basic products. They only buy meat and milk. They make their own bread.



Others are immersed in the care of grandchildren: knit, draw, write poems and devote themselves in every way to the younger generation. The joy of Kids are growing up next to you. It also adds to the mood. When you feel good, life is not so gray. Always remember your experience and potential. No matter what.

Aging is not easy for anyone and retirement is not easy for some. vacationRather, it is a reminder that they have less to pay for. We believe that such a thought is categorically impossible. No matter what conditions a person is in, it is advisable to maintain social ties and not wave at yourself.



Old-age work It can both bring pleasure and cause negativity. But our people have absolutely nothing to do with it! Read our article on whether the fairy tales about the paradise life of European pensioners are true. That's where you think! Thank you for staying with us!

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