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Age myths

Age myths

Can you calmly accept the true appearance that comes with age?

In society, “youth” has always been the mainstream ideal, forming the issue of “hegemony of youth,” where people admire the elderly who still maintain a youthful appearance.

However, this gives rise to an “ageist culture,” where people constantly strive to stay young to avoid being disliked for their ageing appearance, doing their best to meet societal expectations.

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