Thoughts on age?

Question

I asked this last night and got some great responses so asking again for any new people to comment!

To assist me with my art brief, i would like the public's thoughts on age please..... like how does the thought of getting old make you feel?
Do younger people actually take a look at old people and acknowledge them for who they are, and the fact that they know far more than young people and have experienced so much of life. Cheers!

Answer 1

I don't like the thought of getting old, but it sure beats the alternative.

Answer 2

I am both excited and scared about the concept of getting older. I know that as I get older, I realize that my clock is ticking and I'm running out of time to do anything and everything that I want to (physically). But I am intrigued with the idea of gaining the wisdom that comes with old age. Young people can't just pick that up in a book.

Young people today definitely do NOT respect and appreciate old folks like they should. Which is funny because old people run this whole d#@n country. AARP anyone?

Answer 3

Good question! It has been a while that I'm thinking of my age. Sometimes I look at my sis who is 10 years younger than me and she still goes to school and I'm a bit jealous! Because she has no responsibilities and she could decide for her life. I'm scared when I think that I will be over thirty one day (hopefully) because I don't even feel like a 24 yet.I feel like a baby sometimes who needs a hug! I don't have a maternal instinct yet,can't imagine myself getting married or having a"normal" life.It seems so odd when I see old schoolmates to settle down and have children.God! I hope I find a way to become conscious of the fact that I'm getting older and everybody dies..no one stays forever..

Answer 4

I think alot of the older generation look down on the younger generation. But I always wonder what they were like back in the 60's! Imagine all the crazy stuff they did and I bet their parents weren't best pleased with them! I watched a programme about rock stars wives and these were all people over 50. They used to send their toddlers into the fields to pick 'special' mushrooms and the orange juice always had acid in it. I admire people who have experienced alot and have wisdom but I don't admire the ones that seam to forget what it's like to be young.

Answer 5

I am 19 yrs old. I've had many experiences, probably more than I should have at age 19. I know pain, despair, sadness, lonliness, love, happiness. I've been through more than you could comprehend, possibly. I say possibly because I know nothing of you, so you may know exactly what I mean. I live by 2 rules, the first is my personal key to happiness: "Expect nothing" Simply meaning, if you expect nothing, and you get something (even if it is a little something) you cherish it. My second rule is a quote, author unknown: "Be kind to those you meet, for everyone is fighting their own battles." Now, for an answer to your question:

When I look at old people, I wonder about them. About where they've been, what they've seen. I wonder if they have families or are all alone in the world. I wonder what they've been through, I wonder how they view the youth of today, I wonder what they think of all that is happening in the world. I wonder if they'd think I was just an ignorant kid if I asked them all I was wondering about.

My feelings of getting old are full of wonder as well (I am a Gemini) Part of me can't wait... part of me is scared. I can't wait to get old so I can do things you don't normally see older people doing. Such as, driving fast, tattoos, swearing, tripping kids and laughing about it... I just think it'd be fun. I am scared because I have fears of losing my hair and teeth. I am not afraid of getting old and dying, I just don't want to lose my hair or teeth haha.

I hope this has given you new insight, and answered your question. If you feel you'd like to talk to me (as I am into art as well) You may contact me via email [e-mail] Or, my myspace link is: www.myspace.com/Mental_Masochism

Anyone else who finds me interesting, annoying, wrong, right, etc...Feel free to contact me as well. Merry part.

Answer 6

i don't really think a young person understands the significance of the wisdom that comes with age until they are truely effected by it in some way. I think we've all had unique experiences that we can look upon and appreciate the wisdom fo our 'elders'

As for growing old I think growing old brings alot of mixed feelings. I enjoy the process b/c I get to experience life in a whole different way. Feeling content with the way things are, enjoying the simple things, and not feeling like I have to impress others is a great feeling...

Answer 7

I was 40 last year and in a way it scared me. I was stepping into another era and I was sure if I'd need to be different. I decided to just be me and everyone accepts me. I don't feel any older than I did when I was 20 and I think having a young outlook on life helps. I love birthdays and always have. It's a day to be spoilt no matter how old or young you are.

Answer 8

FEAR. Well some fear, accepting mortality. Attending more and more funerals of family and friends.Considering health issues. Becoming aware that there is an end to this, that is inevitable. Seeking more spirituality..accepting there is more to life then what the past presented. Looking in the mirror and detesting gravity. But nothing can compare to the experience, knowledge and wisdom obtained through the years..wouldn't want to go back on that part. Understanding what is most important in life. God,Love, family, friends. Peace.

Answer 9

I have a lot of thoughts on age. I was married at seventeen and I got a lot of guff for this. A lot of people thought I was not ready or that my husband wasn't ready. I wasn't pregnant and we weren't getting married for sex. We were in love and ready to start our family so we did. Now we have been married for four years and we couldn't be happier. I believe you are as old as you think you are. Many people are not ready for marriage that young because they are taught that they are not ready. I had been pulling my own weight in my family since I was twelve. Now sometimes I feel old or my sister says I'm trying to dress "young" but when I think about it I'm only 21 I am young! But it's hard to feel young when you are taking care of a baby. And the thought of being old really freaks me out. I know it is just the way life goes and I think it freaks me out just because I'm not ready yet. I could be a grandma at thirtynine!

Answer 10

Thoughts of getting older is ok, but the physical changes that come about is what is distressing & depressing. Not being able to run, climb up ladders, sit for very long, do favorite sports, can't enjoy some foods now, impossible to have 'fresh breath', watching your parents go from "old" to "elderly" to "fragil" cuts deep. Not having your mind as sharp, losing things, knowing that you will never be able to purchase some items (beyond the income growth years), travel is out, too late to take classes and start any new career.
Now I'm bummed. :(

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Answer 11

Age is the simplest of concepts:

Old = Your age + 15 years
Young = Your age - 15 years

All the rest is nonsense. Someones way of trying to define infinity. Some concepts are simple, others simply don't have a handle grab. Age is among the former.

Good Day.