Too many senior citizens have the mindset that younger generations cannot compete with their decades of experience, education, and life experiences.

They close their minds to new experiences and dismiss the idea that they can learn anything from young whippersnappers.

Though I am from the boomer generation, I remain eager to learn from people of all ages, even those who are much younger than myself.

I welcome opportunities to explore topics unfamiliar to me, and that does not have to involve enrolling in an adult education program. Not all university courses and lectures on the information highway are behind a paywall; you can learn something about every subject under the sun without going broke in cyberspace.

Alternatively, you might show humility by saying to younger relatives, “I don’t know much about cryptocurrency, rideshares, or TikTok. Could you explain a bit about it to me?”  

Although a literal fountain of youth does not exist, maintaining a sense of curiosity can help preserve a youthful outlook throughout life.

Do not ever be too afraid or too proud to admit, “I do not know much about (fill in the blank) can you help me.