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Why do we say that our house is the source of our happiness? |
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Answer» Answer: We have a need for a PLACE that is called home .⇒The first is the emotional attachment that is formed and it grows over time. It contributes to their emotional well-being, their self-esteem, and their CONFIDENCE about doing THINGS. ⇒ Next is familiarity with their physical surroundings. This is particularly important if a person has lost some physical and COGNITIVE abilities. Knowing their way around their home helps compensate, and being comfortable in their living space reduces stress and helps well-being. ⇒ The third factor is knowing their neighborhood and being comfortable there and with the people they know . Losing that comfort can contribute to alienation and isolation, which have strong adverse health affects on older people . ⇒ Fourth is more conceptual . It has to do with their sense of identity. The sense of attachment to a home can BECOME so strong that it becomes part of their emotional identity . It can help people compensate for other losses in their lives , such as the death of a spouse, end of a career, or contraction of their circle of friends. Home becomes an emotional refuge—a place where they still have control. The BadSoorat here ✌ |
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