If anything is a surprise then there is not much difference between older and younger because the only thing that does make anybody older is that they cannot be surprised. ~ Ch. 2
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stein equates aging with the loss of surprise, suggesting that curiosity keeps one young.
- In plain terms
- She thinks you are only old if you stop being surprised by things.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay curious to avoid feeling old.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes you feel young?
- When did you last feel surprised?
Another view
Age involves physical changes beyond mental state.
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