One of the keys to aging well is not how we feel. It’s how we feel about AGING.
AgingisLiving is an online resource created to provide you with information—and inspiration— to help you feel BETTER about aging.
DID YOU KNOW: The better you feel about aging, the better you age—and the longer you live.
According to research, as much as 7.5 YEARS LONGER.
But we begin to form our attitudes about aging long before we hit our 50’s and 60’s. Which is why developing a positive outlook on growing older when we’re young is vital to our well-being later on.
Right now, more than 11,000 people are turning 65—EVERY DAY.
That’s about 1 every 8 seconds—a pace that’s expected to continue until at least 2030. And this generational shift is not only going to create a “longevity bonus” for older adults as individuals—it’s going to benefit society as a whole, as well.
That’s why we’ve created this AgingisLiving community.
More than a website, AgingisLiving is a place where people of all ages—particularly older adults—can find information they can use to help them feel better about aging, age better, and live longer.
DID YOU KNOW: The World Health Organization defines ageism as the stereotypes, prejudice, or discrimination we exhibit towards others or ourselves—BASED ON AGE.
Stereotypes:
Stereotypes are generalizations about a particular group of people. For instance, many people think older adults are unable to grasp and use today’s new technology. This, of course, is not based on fact. Nor is it true. It’s merely a stereotype—and a negative one, at that.
Prejudice:
Prejudice has more to do with a person’s attitudes and beliefs, rather than with overarching generalizations. Frequently an outgrowth of stereotypes, prejudice is often taught—and learned—not necessarily in a formal setting, but via traditional and social media, personal interactions, and other exposures.
Discrimination:
Discrimination refers to how we act and is typically the product of stereotypes and/or prejudice. For instance, hiring managers who believe all older adults are techno-phobic automatically disqualify them as job candidates, without even inquiring about their tech skills.