The couple's relationship deteriorated as they aged.
They each started looking for their own way to live and came across advertisements for a senior living facility.
The facilities were excellent, and the natural surroundings were beautiful. Meals prepared by a chef were also provided.
He separated from his wife and moved in.
The first year was wonderful.
After a dreamlike period, reality set in.
No matter how nice the place or the food, it gets boring if you see it every day.
All his neighbors were elderly, and it was difficult to move around.
Conversations with his neighbors mostly revolved around their past glories, bragging about their children, which became tiresome to listen to.
Eventually, he spent his time alone, feeling lonely and developing depression.
He ultimately paid the termination fee and moved out.
Marital relationships become increasingly important as we age.
No matter how successful someone is, loneliness sets in when they are alone. Ultimately, people need relationships, but it becomes harder to build them as they age.
It's crucial to maintain a friendship-like relationship with your spouse.
Going back to the beginning, if a couple's relationship deteriorates, it's likely that other relationships will also suffer.
A harmonious relationship with one's spouse in old age is essential for happiness.
"Senior Living Facilities Were Like Hell"... The Story of a 77-Year-Old Man Separated From His Wife (chosun.com)
"Senior Living Facilities Were Like Hell"... The Story of a 77-Year-Old Man Separated From His Wife
The Illusion and Reality of Senior Living Facilities... A Wise Choice for Later Life
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