Why does our society fight aging so strongly?

Except for some unforeseen tragedy, we will all grow older, and (hopefully) become wiser. We will learn from our experiences and share our life lessons with children and grandchildren. As elders, we will pass down the traditions of our families. Elders are the keepers of our culture. Here in the South that’s important in many ways. Southern charm and hospitality! Keeping our culture doesn’t mean disregarding the influx of immigrants and refugees. Americans, after all, are not originally FROM America. We continue to be the melting pot of the world and what a wonderful opportunity to learn, experience, and share cultural perspectives. America could learn from other nationalities how to better treat our elders… how to revere and respect them… keep them in our communities. Aging is natural. Why do so many Americans think it is negative?