Essay On Good Day

I am new here at XXXX Center. I recently attended some of your talks and learned that your Center also provides support and workshop for retirees. I am deeply moved by this compassionate action. I suddenly remember my father who passed away two years ago at the age of 83. He was the breadwinner of the family. In my younger days, I saw him go through two retrenchment cycles due to the recession. He became depressed for there was not much financial support at that time. Later on, he found a job and at the age of 71, he had to retire because the company he worked for closed down.
Fortunately, at this time, we, his children, began working already. However, after his retirement, I noticed that my father's psychological well-being began to decline. He felt useless and inutile, which made him even more disheartened. Although he had my mother to talk to, he needed to interact with other people as well. Nevertheless, he remained aloof and stayed at home most of the time.
Sometimes, he would call my siblings or me while we were busy in the office, and most of the time, we reprimanded him for disturbing us while at work. Back then, I did not realize how lonely he was and that he was longing to have someone to talk to. I was also busy with my business and psychology studies that time. However, only towards the latter part of the positive psychology and social psychology modules did I begin to understand my father's actions. By then, he had already passed away. Had I understood earlier more about the mental health and psychology of the elderly, I would have handled the situation differently.
Finally, I recognize that due to economic uncertainties and demographic changes happening now, more people may be in the same situation, and thus, will need more help and emotional support. I want you to know that I truly appreciate that your Center promotes wellness and happiness for retirees. Keep up the spirit and good work. You are touching so many lives with your efforts and I wish you success in all your endeavours. May your Center thrive even more!