My therapist keeps telling me to 'age gracefully' but my Korean mother's skincare routine and anti-aging obsession actually seems to keep her happier and more confident than any mindfulness practice ever has.
More people experience this than they realize.
You're navigating between Western therapeutic ideals of aging acceptance and cultural practices that resist aging as a form of self-care and dignity.
“Where Are You with Longevity traditions across cultures?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.