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The feeling of being useful is fundamental, but it should not depend solely on others. Being necessary to yourself means finding reasons to get up in the morning that come from within. It can be very simple: watering plants, writing a few lines, preparing a comforting meal, moving your body a little each day.
These small rituals give structure, continuity, and flavor to the passing of time. They remind us that life is not frozen, even in old age. There is always something to learn, to adjust, to savor.
They play a full role in aging well while remaining independent.
