Anthropology of old age: the footprints of my steps

Abstract

Older adults are socially active human beings, with responsibilities as regards themselves, with their family and with society, but above all with future generations for whom they serve as an example. The purpose of this work is to make known the reality and experience that surrounds an elderly woman who is still active in order to obtain from that experience the attitude of that human being towards the different stages of life. The methodology approached was a life story supported by the interview. Using an interview guide to collect the information, the result of which was the life story of the protagonist, which allows to conclude that the inherited way of life, culture and customs influence the vitality and attitude towards old age. To lead a healthy life with an active mind is to grow old with vitality and a good attitude.