“Our youth-oriented culture sends a message to elders that can discourage and defeat us: “It’s time to withdraw from serious engagement with a world that’s changing so rapidly you can’t possibly keep up. So take up harmless hobbies and hang out at home.” There are only three problems with this message: (1) It robs older folks of sources of vitality, meaning, and purpose. (2) It robs the world of the gifts elders have to offer. (3) It’s ridiculous. Other than that, it’s a great idea.”
Palmer, Parker J.. On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity, & Getting Old (p. 115). Berrett-Koehler Publishers. Kindle Edition.