elegant steps, meaning beyond age

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some young people have witnessed the unique charm of those elegant, confident and energetic elderly models, and gradually let go of their fear of "aging" and even began to redefine the standard of "success". many of them have found the answer and are no longer limited to the exquisite appearance and youthful life. they began to pay attention to inner satisfaction, explore the meaning of life, and find their own unique value.

in his rhetoric, aristotle used the word "eugeria" to describe this approach, combining a good attitude with the proper way to treat old age. he believed that successful old age is not just about pursuing an elegant or youthful lifestyle, but about focusing on one's inner satisfaction, love of life, and recognition of self-worth. even without a healthy body, sharp mind, or active social life, one can still feel cared for and comfortable in old age.

psychologist eric erikson pointed out that the core of psychological development in old age is to achieve "integration". this requires a deep integration of life experiences and self-reflection, exploring and establishing the unique meaning and value of one's life, so as to achieve inner perfection and harmony. if this psychological integration is not effectively completed, one may fall into an inescapable despair and feel the emptiness and lack of meaning in life.

therefore, both the elderly themselves and society need to view old age life from a "transcendence" perspective. ye zaiting, a professor of clinical psychology at fu jen catholic university, further elaborated that the "transcendence" of the elderly is reflected in three aspects: transcending physical limitations, accepting the reality of physiological function degradation, and transforming physical satisfaction into psychological satisfaction; transcending one's own value, no longer relying on social occupations to affirm oneself, but taking the completion of the life cycle as the basis for self-affirmation; transcending expectations in this life, and transforming personal expectations into blessings for children.

these attempts are all attempts by the elderly to integrate the meaning of life, and they face the passage of time, the decline of function, and the change of social roles in their own ways. when entering old age, there is no need to deliberately pursue elegance or be confined to refinement. the most important thing is to take a brave step and move forward fearlessly.

just like those elegant elderly models, they redefine the "aesthetics of old age" with their grace and show the courage and wisdom of "transcendence" on the stage. they convey a kind of inner peace and strength in silence, which is not only a proof of age, but also a continuation and summary of the journey of life.