Old age has been called the evening of life, serene, peaceful, golden, but sometimes filled with shadows. While the body starts slowing down and the footsteps become more deliberate, the mind also yearns for peace, purpose, and direction. To all my lovely elders out there reading this, let me assure you, your walk is still worthwhile, your tale still being written. Aging is not a fall, but an intensifying. And as with any page in life, mental well-being is the guiding light that allows you to grow old with dignity.

Having engaged with most of you through community activities, home visits and counselling sessions, I have realized the unspoken battles you battle loneliness, forgetfulness, anxiety, or sometimes, just the sense of being forgotten. But let me also remind you that even at this stage, beauty blooms. And with a few soft practices, we can cultivate mental peace and emotional resilience.

Let’s look at some loving advice that can possibly make you feel lighter, more connected and deeply satisfied.

A routine can be a source of great mental strength. When you get up, say a small prayer of thanks. Schedule times for meals, a walk, or reading the newspaper. This routine not only keeps the mind in order but also........

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