“We should simply breathe and be grateful” – Growing old with Elke Heidenreich
Everybody wants to grow old, but nobody wants to be old. It’s an absurd contradiction that causes real suffering. How can we learn to accept ageing as best we can? Is it possible to grow old and live a fulfilling life? Last year, Elke Heidenreich turned 80 and said in an interview with dpa: “The women in our family do not age. We don’t get gray hair, we don’t get wrinkles. We just drop dead one day.” Nevertheless, the author has now delved into the topic of Ageing. The result is a book which only she could have written – personal, honest, funny and wise. She reflects on her life, especially her relationships with other people. When you are old, you deal with the consequences of everything you have done in the past. But age also brings a sense of calm and you realize: “Most things are totally unimportant. We should simply breathe and be grateful.”
Marc-Aurel Floros will accompany the evening on piano.
Contributors
Elke Heidenreich
Elke Heidenreich is a writer and a literary critic for television,… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
Marc-Aurel Floros
Pianist Marc-Aurel Floros has composed works for all forms and types… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
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Date:
Thursday
10. October 2024
17:00 -
Pre Pre sale price (fees excluded) 22 € | 18 € erm.
Eve Evening fund price 28 € | 24 € erm.
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Halle 12
UNESCO-Welterbe ZollvereinGelsenkirchener Straße 181
Parkplatz A1 und A2, Essen -
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly + WC Available
- Induction loop can be installed if required Available
- Assistance dogs welcome Available
