Kintsugi

Thoughts on Ageing…

Age is a very controversial topic (which I find surprising, though I kinda understand why).

Many people crib about growing up, and often remain too deep in the nostalgia of their youth - forever wishing to go back.

Personally, I like growing older. I can see myself having improved significantly from how naïve I used to be.

I’m not looking forward to creaky bones, degrading brain capacity and the eventual downfall of human civilisation (just speculating). But I feel that aging - and eventually dying - is what gives any sense of progression and conclusion to life.

Would appreciate perspectives from others on Grapevine. What do you guys think? :)

(Also, sorry if I ruined your day by randomly reminding you that you’re ageing. 🥲)

7mo ago

Kamlesh

Stealth7mo

I've found growing up to be much more painful than I imagined tbh, made me rethink having kids of my own.

Adoption maybe. But I don't like the idea of birthing kids into this cruel world we live in. Love and affection seems rare these days.

Kintsugi

Stealth7mo

It’s not common to meet others like this, but I actually feel the exact same way about having kids.

My initial post was mainly about growing older as someone who has already been born, and has to live in the world. The experience of living can be a great teacher and give you beautiful moments to enjoy. But the world can be cruel and ruthless too.

I’m fine rolling with the punches and I appreciate the wisdom time has given me. I’ve also been privileged enough to have a good upbringing, and loving friends and family.

But I’m not comfortable rolling those dice on a brand new life that doesn’t exist yet. Not enough faith in the world that all would turn out okay.