I completely agree with this statement. I mean even Elihu in the bible said Grey hair is not reciprocal to wisdom. People can look Sophisticated and mature until they open their mouths, so it’s like how you dress is how you’re adressed until you start saying something dumb.
I’ve had encounters with people that confirmed the statement over and over again. I think it’s even worse in this part of the world. People that are older feel like they’re entitled to maturity/wisdom because of how long they’ve lived and what they’ve experienced.
I’ve been in situations where you know better but you’re not allowed to speak because you’re young and the elders are always right.
I know someone that I grew calling Uncle, He used to be my neighbor back home. He was always so playful and friendly from when I was younger. But it seemed like, as time went on, his younger siblings grew up and got married and also his mates in the neighborhood. He didn’t look bothered with how his life was going, he remained in his father’s house and the next big thing he was doing was hanging out and fighting with people that are young enough to be his children.
He wasn’t mentally unstable, he was sound. Should I just say, he refused to grow up but at the same time he hates being disrespected. I’ve understood that being an adult does not necessarily mean all your childish desires disappear. It just means you should have a better level of self control, know how to assess situations and act your age.
You can’t want respect without acting in a way that commands respect. It’s discipline that differentiates adults from children.
When you see someone older, the next thought that crosses your mind is “oh, he/she must be full of wisdom.” We think like this because they truly should’ve had more experiences in life that makes one sensible. But it is not always so. Some persons, rather than passing through life, they allowed life pass through them.
I used to have a course mate back then in school, He looked quite elderly. He was well respected because of his age and how he looked. Whenever he entered into the room, everyone greeted him to show respect until we started hearing rumors. He was asking a lot of ladies out in the department. I probably would’ve ignored the rumors if he didn’t try to be naughty with my friend. I couldn’t stand the sight of him afterwards.
In most African countries, you can easily be looked down on because people just imagine you’re not old enough. I’ve seen young people achieve great things and still some don’t get the appreciation they deserve back home.
I don’t think age should always be the defining factor for maturity. It goes beyond age and even knowledge. They’re some professors that have done the dumbest things. Maturing should be defined from the attributes and characteristics of a person. It is widely accepted that “just because someone is older doesn’t mean that they’re mature.” Have ever had an encounter with someone who confirmed this statement?
I completely agree with this statement. I mean even Elihu in the bible said Grey hair is not reciprocal to wisdom. People can look Sophisticated and mature until they open their mouths, so it’s like how you dress is how you’re adressed until you start saying something dumb.
I’ve had encounters with people that confirmed the statement over and over again. I think it’s even worse in this part of the world. People that are older feel like they’re entitled to maturity/wisdom because of how long they’ve lived and what they’ve experienced.
I’ve been in situations where you know better but you’re not allowed to speak because you’re young and the elders are always right.
I know someone that I grew calling Uncle, He used to be my neighbor back home. He was always so playful and friendly from when I was younger. But it seemed like, as time went on, his younger siblings grew up and got married and also his mates in the neighborhood. He didn’t look bothered with how his life was going, he remained in his father’s house and the next big thing he was doing was hanging out and fighting with people that are young enough to be his children.
He wasn’t mentally unstable, he was sound. Should I just say, he refused to grow up but at the same time he hates being disrespected. I’ve understood that being an adult does not necessarily mean all your childish desires disappear. It just means you should have a better level of self control, know how to assess situations and act your age.
You can’t want respect without acting in a way that commands respect. It’s discipline that differentiates adults from children.
When you see someone older, the next thought that crosses your mind is “oh, he/she must be full of wisdom.” We think like this because they truly should’ve had more experiences in life that makes one sensible. But it is not always so. Some persons, rather than passing through life, they allowed life pass through them.
I used to have a course mate back then in school, He looked quite elderly. He was well respected because of his age and how he looked. Whenever he entered into the room, everyone greeted him to show respect until we started hearing rumors. He was asking a lot of ladies out in the department. I probably would’ve ignored the rumors if he didn’t try to be naughty with my friend. I couldn’t stand the sight of him afterwards.
In most African countries, you can easily be looked down on because people just imagine you’re not old enough. I’ve seen young people achieve great things and still some don’t get the appreciation they deserve back home.
I don’t think age should always be the defining factor for maturity. It goes beyond age and even knowledge. They’re some professors that have done the dumbest things. Maturing should be defined from the attributes and characteristics of a person.