“Pro-Aging” is the Word of 2024.
A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post (https://www.meawisdom.com/wisdom-well/post/5-pieces-of-midlife-lingo-that-will-go-viral-in-2024) about five words or phrases from my new book “Learning to Love Midlife,” (https://bit.ly/48ag4FH) which I thought might go viral this year. Following your suggestions, I conducted a poll on four of these terms. I'm now excited to present the results, highlighting the top four phrases that received the most interest.
I love how passionate some of you were in your Linkedin comments, particularly regarding my TED talk last year. It was clear that you resonated with the term ‘pro-aging,’ viewing it as a humane alternative to the ‘anti-aging’ industrial complex that’s trying to sell us products by scaring us or making us feel bad about the number of cycles we’ve had around the planet (my favorite is “age-fluid” which is why that one has a checkmark next to it).
Your message is loud and clear—it’s time to champion a universal ‘pro-aging’ message. In doing so, be sure to mention Becca Levy's research from Yale, which reveals a significant benefit: midlifers who adopt a positive mindset towards aging can enjoy up to 7.5 years of additional longevity.
-Chip
P.S. I had a robust conversation on aging and regrets and life, in general, with Dan Pink and Steven Morris. I think you might enjoy this video.
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