Dhru Purohit Show 7 Ways I'm Helping My Parents Stay Healthy As They Get Older
Oct 29, 2025
As parents age, how can we support them without taking over? Learn common mistakes to avoid, like talking 'at' rather than 'to' them. Discover the importance of compassion, tiny habit changes, and making health improvements fun through community involvement. Gradually introduce movement and strength training, focus on protein intake, and tackle issues like sleep apnea and hearing loss. Reviving family traditions, like post-meal walks, can strengthen bonds and improve health. A holistic approach builds trust and gratitude within families.
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Speak To Them Like Friends
- Talk to your parents, not at them; treat the conversation like a dialogue with a friend.
- Learn each parent's receiving style and adapt how you present suggestions to match what motivates them.
Compassion Beats Judgment
- Parents did the best they could with their knowledge at the time, so approach change with compassion and empathy.
- Recognize emotional and cultural barriers that make change harder after decades of habit.
Make Health Social And Fun
- Make lifestyle changes fun and social by inviting community involvement and shared activities.
- Avoid presenting healthy habits as a regimented to-do list; frame them as enjoyable group rituals.