Turning age to your advantage is valid in our society if you belong to the younger generations. The older you get, the less "attractive" you become. Can you relate to this?

Ageism is treated everywhere on the web, and trying to make a short summary of what ageism is, it can be boiled down to the following:

• Exclusion from groups due to age
• Being passed over for promotions or raises
• Being laid off or forced to retire
• Negative comments about a person's age
• Having your input or ideas ignored or dismissed
• Not having access to learning opportunities.

These were just some examples, and the list can be much more extended. However, when doing this exercise, I found it challenging to define ageism clearly.

"You are too old!" 

That's it, and we accept it like that. 

Reflecting on the past, I recall the day my father turned 40. My brother and I, as young teenagers, were taken aback by the notion of our dad being 'old '. 

Yet, today, 60 is the new 40. This shift in perspective is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of senior citizens. It's a reminder that age is not a barrier, but a tool for personal and professional growth. So, what changed, and how can you harness age to your advantage?