Quotes With Meaning
I would like to believe in the myth that we grow wiser with age. In a sense my disbelief is wisdom. Those of a middle generation, if charitable or sentimental, subscribe to the wisdom myth, while the callous see us as dispensable objects, like broken furniture or dead flowers. For the young we scarcely exist unless we are unavoidable members of the same family, farting, slobbering, perpetually mislaying teeth and bifocals.
I would like to believe in the myth that we grow wiser with age. In a sense my disbelief is wisdom. Those of a middle generation, if charitable or sentimental, subscribe to the wisdom myth, while the callous see us as dispensable objects, like broken furniture or dead flowers. For the young we scarcely exist unless we are unavoidable members of the same family, farting, slobbering, perpetually mislaying teeth and bifocals.
This quote reflects on the common belief that age brings wisdom, while questioning its validity. The author suggests that those who are older may not necessarily be wiser, as some see the elderly as burdens rather than valuable contributors. He points out that younger generations often overlook older people unless they are directly related, highlighting a disconnect. This perspective invites us to consider how society values different stages of life and the narratives we create around aging. Ultimately, the quote challenges us to rethink our assumptions about wisdom and the worth of individuals as they age, urging a more compassionate view of life's later chapters.