When I was young I thought: when I am 60 my necessities…
“When I was young I thought: when I am 60 my necessities will be very different. As I get near that age, I realise they are similar to what they were when I was 25.”
About This Quote
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Expectations of needs at 60 differ from reality; many needs stay the same as at 25.
In simple terms: Needs stay similar.
Plan for aging with continuity, not just change.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gerontology
- sociology
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What needs have remained constant?
- How can you adapt without losing identity?
Assuming needs change can cause unnecessary anxiety.