Q: Should you go easy on the grumpy grandpa who keeps repeating the same stories and complains about everything?
A: Being forgetful is normal for people in their golden years, so try to be patient. That may be easier if you remember that aging issues–from aches and pains to money worries to health fears–can be scary and that seniors can easily feel overwhelmed. And many elderly people are lonely as well; they are eager to talk when they’re with others. So, yes, you may feel bored or annoyed when hearing the same old stories, but that’s better than embarrassing your grandfather or stopping him from sharing his tales.
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