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Aging Quote by Rineke Dijkstra

“With young people everything is much more on the surface - all the emotions; when you get older you know how to hide things.” quote by Rineke Dijkstra
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“With young people everything is much more on the surface - all the emotions; when you get older you know how to hide things.”

Rineke Dijkstra

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art discussion, 2015

Older people develop emotional camouflage, masking true feelings beneath a calm exterior.

In simple terms: Age brings emotional concealment.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden depths in others.

Themes

emotions age authenticity

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

observational insightful

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • leadership
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

psychology social masking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you discern genuine feelings behind composure?
  • What signals reveal hidden emotions?
A Different Perspective

Surface behavior may mislead; deeper truths require patience.

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