Average Quote by Gloria Steinem
“... we've allowed a youth-centered culture to leave us so estranged from our future selves that, when asked about the years beyondfifty, sixty, or seventy--all part of the average human life span providing we can escape hunger, violence, and other epidemics--many people can see only a blank screen, or one on which they project fear of disease and democracy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Female Eunuch by Germaine Greer, 1970
Society has become disconnected from future generations, causing fear about aging and societal collapse.
In simple terms: Future feels distant and scary.
Key Takeaway
Bridge generations, plan for long-term wellbeing.
Themes
generational gap
future anxiety
social responsibility
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
sociopolitical
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- family counseling
- community building
- education curricula
Key Concepts
demography
psychology
public health
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster intergenerational empathy?
- What policies can reduce fear of future crises?
A Different Perspective
Aging populations may still thrive with proactive measures.
