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Introverted People Usually Stop Tolerating 10 Things As They Get Older

Introverted People Usually Stop Tolerating 10 Things As They Get Older

Published by Jenni Sidey

Introverts are misunderstood in our society that rewards extroversion. Even in the workplace, extroverts tend to be favored because these institutions are set up for them to succeed, compared to their introspective and quiet counterparts. While they may put up with a lot while they’re still growing and figuring out how to take care of themselves, introverted people usually stop tolerating certain things as they get older. They’re finally able to realize that in order to be happy, they don’t need to appease or hide their true selves. Introverted people usually stop tolerating 10 things as they get older 1. Being forced into social plans designerant | Shutterstock Whether it’s a lunch with their co-workers during the day or plans with friends on a Friday night after a draining week, as introverts get older, they start saying “no.” While it might seem simple, it’s these small boundaries amid everyday life that take a lot of internal discipline and self-worth to set, especially when it’s much more comfortable in the moment to go along with what …

Finland is Europe’s most digitalised country – but older people are still left behind

Finland is Europe’s most digitalised country – but older people are still left behind

Published by Sam Flores

Around the world, countries are moving towards a more digital way of life. Governments have promoted digitalisation of public services to improve efficiency, cut costs and meet modern demands for speedy responses. Yet this push for the digital has caught some people by surprise. Many older adults now feel they face another hurdle in living an independent life. Across Europe, digitalisation of services is rapidly changing older people’s lives. The post-pandemic movement of booking appointments, vaccines and basic services online accelerated things. Banks and insurance companies now operate mainly online, with in-person options getting rarer by the day in many countries. Our recent study focuses on Finland, the most digitalised country in Europe. Finland’s first national strategy report on digitalisation was back in 1995. This laid the groundwork for online public services, well before initial steps in the UK and other countries, and when using email was not even an everyday experience. Finland’s ombudsman for older people estimated recently that the country has between 500,000 and 600,000 residents over the age of 65 who lack …

Oslo University Hospital secures €4.9 million EU grant for older cancer patient care

Oslo University Hospital secures €4.9 million EU grant for older cancer patient care

Published by skeptic

Horizon Europe has granted €4.9m to Oslo University Hospital (OUS) Radiumhospitalet to lead an international research project aimed at improving outcomes and care for older cancer patients. The project, ENACT-65 (Enabling Action on Integrated Nutritional and Exercise Care in Cancer), will develop and test new models of nutrition and exercise support, integrated directly into routine cancer treatment and targeted at older patients. Led by OUS, an international consortium of cancer research centres across Europe will come together, including: Gustave Roussy (France) UMC Utrecht (Netherlands) Netherlands Cancer Institute (Netherlands) Freiburg University Hospital (Germany) Biogipuzkoa Health Research Institute (Spain) “This award highlights the strength of the international research environment at Oslo University Hospital and our ambition to develop the next generation of cancer care. By combining cutting-edge oncology with supportive care and rehabilitation, we aim to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients,” says Jon Riise, Head of the Department of Oncology at Oslo University Hospital. Over 65% of cancer diagnosis are in people aged 65 and over Many of these older patients do not receive …

These houses of worship are older than America. How they outlasted wars, schisms and lawsuits.

These houses of worship are older than America. How they outlasted wars, schisms and lawsuits.

Published by Sam Flores

(RNS) — On Ash Wednesday this year, about a dozen people attended a noon service at Boston’s Old North Church, founded in 1723. Two days later, a handful of worshippers took part in a Shabbat service at Newport, Rhode Island’s Touro Synagogue, dedicated in 1763.  Congregations participating in sacred rituals — it is something both houses of worship have been doing longer than the United States has existed. Such places of worship are rare. The Hartford Institute for Religion Research estimates that of the 370,000 religious congregations in the U.S. today, only about 1% existed at the country’s founding. When the country declared independence in 1776,  there were 3,228 houses of worship across the Colonies. The U.S. was already religiously diverse. Congregationalists led the pack with about 670 congregations, or just over 20% of the total. Presbyterians weren’t far behind (18%), followed by Baptists and Episcopalians (each about 15%), and Quakers at nearly 10%. Methodists had a following at 2%, Catholics were just under 2%, and there were a handful of synagogues and more than a dozen Mennonite …

UK millennials: tell us about your experience of getting older | Society

UK millennials: tell us about your experience of getting older | Society

Published by Sam Flores

If you’re a millennial aged between 31 and 45, how do you feel about growing old in the UK? We would like to hear about your experiences of the UK healthcare system, housing and income, and your thoughts on the future. Healthcare: In your experience, has healthcare been reliable and efficient? Have you ever experienced significant delays in A&E for procedures, operations, or referrals? Housing and income: Do you feel secure in your job and housing? What percentage of your earnings goes towards your housing costs? Do you have disposable income? Do you own your home, rent it, or live with your parents/family? Growing old: Do you worry about how you will be cared for in your old age? Do you have a pension? Who do you think will take care of you when you’re old? Share your experience You can tell us about your experiences using this form. Your responses, which can be anonymous, are secure as the form is encrypted and only the Guardian has access to your contributions. We will only use …

Older adults using GLP-1s should pay particular attention to three things, according to the CEO of the American Council on Exercise

Older adults using GLP-1s should pay particular attention to three things, according to the CEO of the American Council on Exercise

Published by Jenni Sidey

The principles that underpin weight loss, for the most part, hold true across adulthood. Eat a healthy diet that puts you in a slight calorie surplus, and support this with regular exercise, especially resistance training, and more everyday activity. These fundamentals shouldn’t change for GLP-1 users, according to CEO of the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM. Latest Videos From You may like But, he says, older users of these obesity medications—or those following any weight loss plan—should pay particular attention to three things to offset the natural aging process of muscle loss, bone weakening and reduced mobility. “For any older adult, your weight loss plan should pay especially close attention to maintaining strength, physical function and lean mass,” Bryant tells Fit&Well. “Resistance training and adequate protein intake are especially critical here, because the importance of preserving strength and lean mass generally increases with age.” For adults in their 30s and 40s, Bryant says the focus is often on building sustainable habits, improving body composition and establishing a consistent pattern of …

A 65-year-old trainer says these are the six moves older adults should do every day to reduce their risk of falls

A 65-year-old trainer says these are the six moves older adults should do every day to reduce their risk of falls

Published by Jenni Sidey

Patricia Greenberg is a 65-year-old personal trainer who hosts a YouTube show called It’s OK To Be Old all about healthy aging. Below, she’s put together a workout routine for people over the age of 60 to build strength, confidence and longevity. It’s a short routine because Greenberg encourages small bouts of daily movement. “Over 60, daily movement is critical for all of our organs to function at optimal rates,” she says. “One system that is often overlooked is our proprioception,” Greenberg continues. “Daily movement, especially balance exercises, can really keep this in check.” Latest Videos From You may like The moves in her routine aim to improve balance, and overall strength and fitness. The daily workout for over-60s “These can be done at all fitness levels with or without weights and repeated as many times as one can handle,” Greenberg says. “Also, it’s perfectly fine to exercise while using mobility aids such as a walker, cane, wheelchair or the wall.” “I always recommend that people do these exercises at the same time every day …

Healthy diets may slow chronic disease and aging in older adults

Healthy diets may slow chronic disease and aging in older adults

Published by Jenni Sidey

Healthy eating in older age may do more than support general wellness. A long Swedish study found that diets tied to brain and heart health slowed the buildup of chronic disease, while inflammatory eating patterns appeared to push that burden higher. Growing older often brings new health challenges. Heart disease, dementia, depression and diabetes become more common with age. For many older adults, these conditions do not appear alone. They build over time, creating a complex web of chronic illness that affects daily life, independence and well-being. Now, a major long-term study from Sweden suggests that diet may influence how quickly those diseases accumulate. Researchers from Karolinska Institutet found that healthy eating patterns slowed the buildup of chronic diseases in older adults over 15 years. In contrast, diets linked to inflammation appeared to speed that process up. The findings followed more than 2,400 older adults and examined how four different dietary patterns affected aging and disease progression. “Our results show how important diet is in influencing the development of multimorbidity in ageing populations,” said co-first …

Engaging in gardening is associated with better well-being in older adulthood

Engaging in gardening is associated with better well-being in older adulthood

Published by José Betancourt

An analysis of the Lothian Birth Cohort 1921 data found that older adults who engage in gardening more often tend to experience better psychological well-being, stronger physical function, and a 22% lower risk of death. Longitudinally, more frequent gardening was associated with slower declines in gait speed and a slower progression of cellular indicators of aging between ages 79 and 90. Comparing median values, frequent gardeners lived over a year longer than their peers not engaged in gardening. The paper was published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology. In modern times, people live longer than ever before, and as a result, the global population of older adults is increasing rapidly. Some estimates state that by 2030, one in six people worldwide will be aged 60 or over, and this number is expected to increase to over 2.1 billion people by 2050. Because of this, supporting healthy aging has become an urgent public priority. Healthy aging means growing older while maintaining as much physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being as possible. The goal is not simply …

Users turn to jailbreaking their older Kindles as Amazon ends support

Users turn to jailbreaking their older Kindles as Amazon ends support

Published by skeptic

Many people are jailbreaking their Kindles following the news that Amazon is ending technical support for older models. On May 20, Amazon will end support for the following Kindle devices: Kindle 1st Generation Kindle 2nd Generation Kindle DX  Kindle DX Graphite Kindle Keyboard Kindle 4 Kindle 5 Kindle Touch Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation Kindle Fire 1st Generation  Kindle Fire 2nd Generation  Kindle Fire HD 7  Kindle Fire HD 8.9 The move means users will only be able to use their devices to read content that’s already downloaded. So, naturally, people are jailbreaking them. Jailbreaking refers to bypassing the software restrictions imposed by Amazon on Kindle devices. This process allows users to install custom fonts, new screensavers, alternative reading apps, and even third-party tools that expand the Kindle’s functionality. However, it’s important to note that jailbreaking a Kindle might violate Amazon’s terms of service. In many jurisdictions, jailbreaking isn’t considered a criminal offense for personal use, but it may become a crime if it involves copyright infringement, illegal software distribution, or the sale of modified devices. …