For a lot of us, our grandparents are our best friends and we should cherish them while they’re still here.
They’re the people who help our parents and participate in raising us. They’re the ones who waited for us the most and cared for us when our parents were busy.
The bond with our grandparents is unique and in a way, they’re our protectors. Sometimes, they can even spoil us, especially our grandmas.
They love to cook food for us, give us a treat without our parents knowing or just being there for us.
If you also have a grandma who’s also your best friend, then you’ll have no problem understanding these 5 facts!
5 Things You can Understand only If Your Grandma Is Your Bestie
- You keep each other happy
From a 2014 study published in the Journal of the American Gerontological Society, it was found that grandparents who spend more time with their grandchildren had lower risk of depression.
And, the children also benefit from spending quality time with their grandchildren, especially when they’re unwell.
Psychologists explain that our grandparents are our security blankets.
- She betters our life, we help her live longer
In a study from 2016 published in the Evolution & Human Behavior journal, it was concluded that 500 elderly grandparents between the ages of 70 and 130 had a greater likelihood of living 5 or more years even when they only occasionally cared for their grandchildren.
- We can never be hungry at grandma’s house
No one cooks better than our grandmas, right? And, she loves to shower us with homemade food.
She expresses her love for us through food. She will always make your favorite savory or sweet dish when you visit her.
- She’s the best listener out there
Grandmas always take the time to listen to our problems, especially to the ones we’re not yet ready to talk about in front of our parents.
She’s the best secret keeper and will never give up on you, unless it concerns your wellbeing and health! She will always listen and never judge. And, she’ll try to give you the best advice if you ask for it.
- She’s a great motivator
Looking to audition for the school play?-Don’t worry; your grandma is there to help you recite your lines.
Are you planning a vacation?-No worries-she’s there to give some extra money when no one’s looking.
She’s the woman who believes in you the most and will constantly encourage you to pursue your dreams, be yourself, and thrive!
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