| During
younger years |
( < 40
yrs ) |
Minimise damage for the future |
| Maturing
years |
(
40 - 50 yrs ) |
Give emphasis on to prevention of chronic disabling illeness, such as
diabetes, hypertension, obesity, ischaemic heart and brain disease-Seek medical advice
early and moderate life style. |
| Pre-retirement |
(
50 - 60 yrs ) |
Plan retirement, making provision for financial short falls and
psychological fears to reduce stress ; emphasise physical and mental fitness. |
| Middle
age |
(
60 - 85 / 90 yrs ) |
Add life to years. Giving emphasis to the Quality of life will push back
old age. |
| Old
age |
(
85... 90... 90+ yrs ) |
Be content with your lot. Welcome support from family members, friends,
religious organisations and voluntary groups. Accept limitations with grace.
Dissatisfication and grumbling are counter-productive. Lift your mood by reflecting on
lifetime achievements. |
