When it comes to life after retirement, the first thing that comes to most people's mind must be activities such as square dancing, playing chess, walking in the park and climbing mountains.
It is true that these are the pastimes that most of the elderly in China will choose after retirement. But square dancing and chess are not popular in foreign countries, and how can foreigners spend their post-retirement life without square dancing?
The life of the elderly
United States -- RV travelThe United States has a large land area, a vast territory, there are many natural wonders. There are dozens of world-famous national parks alone. Friends who often watch American movies or have been to the U.S. on the ground should know that a private car is essential for the United States.
Some people live in the suburbs far from the city, but work in the city, so they need a car to get around. In their free time, they also often choose to travel by car.
When they retire, traveling by car is still something they do. Only after retirement they prefer to travel the United States in a large motorhome. Inside the RV is very spacious and can accommodate many people, sleep comfortably and cook for themselves. It's like traveling with your own house, so it's very popular with older people who love to travel and have a lot of time on their hands.
The United States elderly caravan tour
France - elegant slow lifeFrance has always been a romantic country. In France, "waiting" and "dating" are the two things that happen most frequently, because the French pay attention to etiquette, even if it is to go to the doctor or go to someone else's home to pay a visit to agree on a time in advance. This also creates a unique rhythm of slow and elegant life for the French.
The romance of the French is also reflected in the way they live their lives. The French are very concerned about the comfort of their living environment, and will often redecorate their rooms according to their own style and preferences.
If there is a balcony that is the best thing for them. The balcony is the most suitable place for relaxation in a house, and it is the most enjoyable thing to gather with family or friends to drink afternoon tea and talk about the latest news.
The French are the best at enjoying life, and as people who also value "good food", the French will prepare a dish for as long as 5 or 6 hours in order to enjoy it. Not only do they process the food slowly and methodically, but they also process it in an artistic way.
Even if you just savor a cup of coffee, you will spend a few hours sipping it, and in the old age of the French people still maintain a "slow life" rhythm, to ensure that they have enough sleep every day, and enough time to let themselves leisurely enjoy the food.
French women, as lovers of beauty, do not pay less attention to their appearance as they age. Even in their seventies, they still take meticulous care of their skin and hair. Some women also opt for Botox to prevent wrinkles and the like.
French old people enjoying tea time
Turkey - return to idyllic lifeTurkey has many old people in their own pre-retirement will be asked to build a house for their own, when they retire to the suburbs or the countryside to enjoy the "pick chrysanthemums under the hedge" idyllic life. "This kind of idyllic life is not only a great way of life, but also a great way of life for the elderly. This kind of idyllic life can not only bring a quiet environment to the elderly, but also can satisfy their own farming, gardening, "self-sufficiency" desire.
For example, in the Turkish menu, tomatoes are an essential raw material. Return to the rural Turks can choose to grow their own tomatoes and poultry. Not only can you eat with greater peace of mind, but growing your own food is also very fulfilling. It's also a great way to enjoy your retirement while gardening.
Surveys have shown that Turks do not like sports much. They usually spend their free time watching TV. Coupled with the fact that they usually like to eat meat, there are many Turks who will suffer from cholesterol, high blood pressure and other diseases.
This is very unfavorable to their health. Retirement to the countryside can help them improve their health, and the fresh air of the countryside is also very good for their health.
Turkish old man's idyllic life
Japan - return to workJapan is a country with a long average life expectancy, but also due to this factor, Japan is also a serious aging country. Therefore, the state on the one hand to extend the retirement time of the elderly, on the other hand, to encourage the elderly who have retired to re-employment, will once again rehire the elderly to return to the post to play their spare time.
Because the phenomenon of elderly people returning to work is common, Japan's system in this regard is also more perfect. Regulations such as the Senior Employment Insurance Law have been introduced.
Some people may worry that the health of the elderly will not allow them to return to work, but in fact many retirees are happy to return to their jobs. This allows them to continue to fulfill their values and prevents them from feeling that their role in society is not as important as it once was.
Another interesting phenomenon is the high divorce rate among the senior population in Japan, which is due to the high pressure of work in Japan. In a traditional Japanese family, it is usually the husband who goes out to work and is usually busy, and the wife is responsible for taking care of the family's food and living.
But once the days of retirement become more relaxed, both husbands and wives find it difficult to adapt to the relaxed life. The friction in normal life will also increase, which will eventually lead to an increase in the divorce rate.
Japanese seniors at work
Germany: Renting out the elderlyRenting out the elderly is something that can be mind-boggling at first glance. In fact, it's a paid-for service. Young people with busy lives or new parents who lack experience in raising children can hire an older person who is available and willing to come to their home to help them with their children.
This seemingly absurd approach can actually be the best of both worlds: on the one hand, the problem of young people not having time to bring up children can be solved, and on the other hand, older people can play their own role in accompanying their children. Some older people love children so much that taking care of them can be a pleasure for them.
Of course, there is still a lot of resistance to the implementation of this service. One of the most important things is the assessment of the credibility of the elderly, as these retired home-bound seniors are not as professionally trained as domestic helpers or specialized maids of honor.
Employers are concerned about whether the elderly people they hire will be able to take care of their children, and whether there will be any ulterior motives for the employer's property or children. It is difficult for employers to allay these concerns easily.
But in any case, more and more older people are finding ways to continue to make a difference in Germany.
German Taxi
China - Diversified AgingIn China, older people continue to spend a great deal of time caring for their families. Especially the hard work for their children will stay with them for the rest of their lives. When their children become parents, they will transfer that care to their grandchildren.
Young people are busy with work, and they take it upon themselves to take care of their grandchildren. The way they find their value is often through giving to their children to their families and enjoying it.
When they do have a rare moment of free time, it's usually through square dancing, playing chess, or strolling through the park. But in recent years, as society continues to open up, there has been a shift in the way the elderly age.
For example, in recent years there has been a rise in the popularity of travelers' homes, where the elderly visit a number of places at different times of the year. Unlike normal traveling, the elderly will stay in one place for several weeks. Taking their time and enjoying the journey, relaxing their whole body and mind while also broadening their horizons, this type of retirement is very beneficial to the elderly physically and mentally.
Traveling Chinese seniors
EndingDifferent countries have different customs, and even the lifestyles of the retired are different. Some countries focus on enjoyment, while others want to keep working and shining.
But a closer look at retirement in these countries reveals that older people generally want to find their value in other ways.
And there is a growing trend towards enjoying life and traveling for retirement. It is foreseeable that the way of aging will be more advanced in the future. But regardless of the type of retirement, it is important to find a way that is good for you physically and mentally.