Having the privilege to grow old, (and to do so while being comfortable in one’s own skin), is a hard fought, hard won right. I would even go so far as to say, it’s also a gift. For you to scale certain chronological heights, where many have failed to attain… some through no fault of their own, should be celebrated and treasured. It’s not something to be disparaged, or taken lightly.
Now, I totally get perspectives may differ, depending on whether your point of view is that of a woman, as opposed to a man. Society (mostly in the western hemisphere) has done its level best to foster an unhealthy dependence in the general populace on what is acceptable as far as beauty and aging is concerned.
And yes it is utterly and diabolically unfair for women who have been blessed to achieve the silver badge of innate beauty and grace, that age and experience have blessed them with, to be treated with such disrespect. They should not only be celebrated but appreciated for their contributions to life and for allowing the rest of us to have the unique privilege of being impacted by their spheres of influence.
Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and share your perspective. I really appreciate the way you framed aging as both a privilege and a gift! It is so true that the wisdom, beauty, and grace that come with experience should be celebrated, not diminished. I’m grateful for voices like yours helping to shift the narrative in a more respectful and appreciative direction.
Having the privilege to grow old, (and to do so while being comfortable in one’s own skin), is a hard fought, hard won right. I would even go so far as to say, it’s also a gift. For you to scale certain chronological heights, where many have failed to attain… some through no fault of their own, should be celebrated and treasured. It’s not something to be disparaged, or taken lightly.
Now, I totally get perspectives may differ, depending on whether your point of view is that of a woman, as opposed to a man. Society (mostly in the western hemisphere) has done its level best to foster an unhealthy dependence in the general populace on what is acceptable as far as beauty and aging is concerned.
And yes it is utterly and diabolically unfair for women who have been blessed to achieve the silver badge of innate beauty and grace, that age and experience have blessed them with, to be treated with such disrespect. They should not only be celebrated but appreciated for their contributions to life and for allowing the rest of us to have the unique privilege of being impacted by their spheres of influence.
Thank you so much for taking the time to reach out and share your perspective. I really appreciate the way you framed aging as both a privilege and a gift! It is so true that the wisdom, beauty, and grace that come with experience should be celebrated, not diminished. I’m grateful for voices like yours helping to shift the narrative in a more respectful and appreciative direction.