What exactly constitutes "middle age" and what is it supposed to look like?

Question

I just turned 45 and really have no idea what middle age is supposed to look like or act like. My daughter tells me I act more like a teen-ager than an adult sometimes. I am the one who starts the water fights and snowball fights. People tell me that I don't look like I'm 45.

Answer 1

There is no hard and fast rule these days; some people in their twenties act more middle-aged than older ones. I think the idea is to walk the line between acting too young for your age and acting really old. There is nothing attractive about a mature-aged person who acts silly and immature, although the occasional bit of fun is fine - you just have to watch your behaviour as you can look as though you are trying too hard to be still young and with-it. On the other hand, avoid acting and dressing too conservatively as that is very ageing. I guess I would probably tone down the water and snowball fights a bit, join in if you like but not too unrestrainedly, you don't want to look like a big kid.

Answer 2

Different people have a different view on what... "middle age" looks like.

If you want to look younger than 45, then go for the younger looks.
If you want to look more your age, then go for a sophisticated look.

To look younger, side, sweeping bangs across the forehead are a plus. If your hair is a dull color, spice it up with some highlights. Also, dress can really change how a person looks. If you want to be... "hip"... then start shopping at some funky stores. Pick one that has some cute styles and just start wearing them with dark jeans and flats.

If you want to look older, a shorter, layered hairstyle is definitely the way to go. Dress can vary, but personally I enjoy the solid colors. I think that this looks more sophisticated. To you, sophisticated really depends on your personality. I enjoy dressier clothes and people are always telling me that I look about 15 or 16. [I'm 13.] I like dark brown boots that come up to about my knee with some brown tights, a cute, bright, wintery skirt, and a brown top.

Express your personality. Do what you want. Change yourself.
It's always fun to put on a different personality! Go for it!

Answer 3

I consider middle age 50 because I am like you I start the snow ball fights and water fights and I am 42

Answer 4

I would have to say 40 - 60 is middle age in my opinion but I really believe that you are as young as you feel.

Answer 5

You sound pretty awesome.
And who would want to act middle age (not me)

Middle aged is basically just dull and really relaxed to me.
But what do I know I'm only 14 =]

Answer 6

"middle age" has changed since people now live longer than ever before. I don't look/act/feel my age, but then I don't know how I'm supposed to look/act/feel. it feels normal.

Answer 7

Act whatever age you feel just as long as you are responsible and mature in the situations you need to be

Answer 8

You are 'middle aged' when you are half the age of the oldest person you know.

Age is in the heart, you have a young heart, enjoy it!

Answer 9

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Answer 10

It's just a term...because at 45, realistically, you are in the middle of your life...I'm 52, so I guess I'm middle too...scarey!!! Welcome to the club!!