Ageism Awareness Day 2025
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Now whereas I should likely be offended getting on like I am I find the notion humorous instead.
I do not seek age-inclusive anything. Not in my community nor my society.
I am comfortable in my own skin because I have had a successful career and retain skills far beyond those of most others in my midst.
Today is Ageism Awareness Day.
It is observed annually on October 9th since 2022 under the auspices of the American Society on Aging.
The complaints regarding ageism revolve around it impacting health, well-being, and the economy.
It is said that there is an unconscious biases towards people of other age groups called "implicit ageism".
We are encouraged to take action against ageism in its various forms, from stereotypes and prejudice to discrimination.
I suppose were I in need of employment or other things being kept from me this would be my concern as well.
However, I am pretty much self sufficient and confident in my role in retirement.
While I don't feel ageism is an especially "nice" thing it is just another one of those little nasty games people like to play with each other.
Personally, I remain unaffected by ageism and that's the way I like it.