Many older people limit their social circle to work colleagues and family members.
This, of course, is easily explained by the lack of free time.
However, it is important to maintain contact with people.
What is the benefit of communication?
New knowledge
No matter how wonderful and interesting your relatives and colleagues are, you know them well. But new people can be sources of interesting stories and new knowledge.
Communication skills
With people we know well, there is no need to think through a conversation strategy and choose words. But when communicating with others, we actively practice our communication skills.
Brain work
When talking to a new person, the brain is actively working, analyzing behavior, reactions, choosing the right words and topics for conversation.
This will be a real workout for your brain.
Mood
Sometimes a simple conversation at a bus stop or in the gym with a stranger can give you a boost of positive energy if you spend time in an interesting conversation.
