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  1. Expectations - Overview
  2. Expectation 1 You should expect to be listened to, valued, and respected
  3. Expectation 2 You should expect knowledgeable and compassionate health care
  4. Expectation 3 You should expect to get medications that will only make you feel better, not worse
  5. Expectation 4 You should expect never to be abandoned or forgotten
  6. Expectation 5 You should expect not to live a life of loneliness or depression
  7. Expectation 6 You should expect to live life as pain-free as possible
  8. Expectation 7 You should expect never to be the object of prejudice or abuse
  9. Expectation 8 You should expect to get the help you need to live life to the fullest
  10. Expectation 9 You should expect to live up to your potential and have hope for the future
  11. Expectation 10 You should expect to be in control of your life and understand what is happening to you
  12. Expectation 11 And most importantly... You should expect never to be taken advantage of except for your talents, knowledge, and wisdom
  13. Reflection Activity
  14. Course Feedback - Expectations
  1. High Expectations
  2. Expectation 9 You should expect to live up to your potential and have hope for the future
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Expectation 9 You should expect to live up to your potential and have hope for the future

Robert Stall MD

Getting older doesn’t mean your best days are behind you. On the contrary, you have every right to expect growth, purpose, and hope at every stage of life. You are still becoming, still contributing, and still capable of discovering joy and fulfillment in new ways.

Living up to your potential doesn’t mean pushing yourself to meet anyone else’s definition of success. It means doing what matters to you—whether that’s pursuing a long-held passion, learning something new, strengthening relationships, or simply enjoying the everyday moments that make life rich and meaningful.

Your future still holds possibility. Even when facing challenges—like changes in health, mobility, or circumstances—there is always room for joy, creativity, and connection. There’s always room for new beginnings.

Unfortunately, society sometimes sends the message that older adults should “step aside” or “slow down.” But your value doesn’t decrease with age—it deepens. You bring wisdom, resilience, and perspective that are deeply needed in families, communities, and conversations.

Hope is not just for the young—it belongs to everyone. You can keep dreaming, doing, and looking forward.

Action Plan

1. Define What Fulfillment Means to You Now
Ask yourself: What brings me meaning? What would I like to explore, share, or experience in this season of life?

2. Set a Small, Inspiring Goal
It could be as simple as starting a new hobby, reconnecting with an old friend, or joining a class or group. Goals help you move toward what matters.

3. Acknowledge Your Strengths
Reflect on what you’ve overcome, the lessons you’ve learned, and the gifts you have to offer. You are a source of wisdom and strength.

4. Stay Curious
Try new things. Ask questions. Keep learning. Staying curious about yourself and the world helps keep your sense of purpose alive.

5. Share Your Hope With Others
Mentor, volunteer, tell your story, or simply be present. Your presence and encouragement can inspire hope in someone else, too.

You are not “winding down.” You are still becoming. Expect to grow, to thrive, and to carry hope with you—no matter your age. The future is still yours to shape.