Life must be lived and curiosity kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.
Eleanor RooseveltRead
Probably the happiest period in life most frequently is in middle age, when the eager passions of youth are cooled, and the infirmities of age not yet begun; as we see that the shadows, which are at morning and evening so large, almost entirely disappear at midday.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Middle age often brings a peaceful balance between youthful passions and the limitations of old age.
Eleanor Roosevelt suggests that middle age is a unique and often joyful time in life when individuals can enjoy the calmness that comes from having passed through the impulsive and sometimes tumultuous years of youth, while not yet feeling the constraints of aging. During this time, people have the opportunity to reflect and appreciate life without the extreme highs and lows that other stages may bring, allowing for a more stable and fulfilling experience.
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Middle AgeHappinessBalanceLife Stages
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a discussion on the benefits of aging.
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