90-Year-Old Granny Works 23 Years Without a Break; What Will We Do at 90?

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After retiring at 67, this Japanese grandmother, named Minako Honda, chose to work at McDonald's! Now at the age of 90, she is the oldest female employee among the 190,000 McDonald's workers in Japan.

Before her retirement, she was a janitor at a local private university. However, she didn't stop working after retirement; instead, she started working as a janitor at a McDonald's store in Kumamoto. She works five days a week, waking up at 4 AM to catch a bus to work. She hasn't taken a day off in 23 years. Her work shift is three hours a day, from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

The reason she continued working even after "retirement" is that she believes that interacting with people keeps her active. Many of her friends have passed away, so working at McDonald's allows her to meet people of different ages, providing her with a sense of comfort and fulfillment. Her job serves as a form of emotional support, and she feels satisfied whenever a customer praises her for keeping the place clean.

Despite working only three hours a day, she stays active during her free time. She has a garden at home where she enjoys growing vegetables. She also loves watching TV to gain new knowledge, keeping her life fulfilling and joyful. She firmly believes in doing what she can on her own, which may be the secret to her energy and positive outlook.

Minako Honda's goal is to work until she's 100, and the store manager greatly appreciates her work ethic. He describes her as always welcoming customers with a smile, and she is an indispensable part of the team. Her spirit and beliefs about life are something we can all learn from. Seeing her dedication, I've decided to work diligently too!

What are your thoughts after reading this inspiring story? Do you have a retirement goal in mind, or do you plan to keep working until the last moment? My parents instilled in me the belief that once you stop (retire), many health issues may arise, so I also follow the philosophy of staying active in old age. That's why I don't allow my parents to retire (just kidding!). It's their own determination to keep working!

Ruchika55

Many elderly individuals actually experience psychological aging before physical aging. For example, many leaders retire with abundant energy and youthful appearances, but shortly after retirement, they undergo a noticeable decline. This Japanese grandmother, at 90 years old, still working, might just hold the secret to her longevity!

vishnu

In fact, the greatest happiness as one ages is the ability to stay active and maintain good health. Everything else becomes less important. Perhaps for this elderly lady, money isn't really that important anymore. Instead, a sense of self-worth, social involvement, and good health are what she values most.

sourav

The saying 'you're never too old to learn' holds true. This McDonald's grandma is impressively strong and healthy. I admire her and hope that when I grow old, I can be as robust as her.

shubham

The significance of work extends far beyond economic gains. For her, work is a source of struggle and a sense of accomplishment, where every word of praise represents recognition for her efforts. Her experience reminds us that work is not just about sustaining a livelihood but also a means to contribute to society and realize one's self-worth.

Rupa7997

At her age, maintaining such an excellent physical condition is truly astonishing! Of course, her own determination is exceptional. Staying employed can keep a person's physical and mental health in normal operation and, for the elderly, can also alleviate feelings of loneliness.

raman

At that age, I feel that being able to move is a blessing, and if one can still work, it's truly a gift from above.