"Crows Feet: Life as We Age" is a book and a publication on Medium featuring essays and poems about navigating life after age 50. It is edited by Nancy Peckenham, who founded the online publication in 2019 to challenge stereotypes about growing old. The writers explore their personal fears and joys related to aging and reject the idea that later decades are a time of passive decline.
Themes in the publication and book
The core mission of Crows Feet: Life as We Age is to foster a community that discusses aging in a meaningful and thoughtful way.
Common themes include: Embracing the freedom of aging: The writings highlight the opportunities and joys of post-career life, including pursuing new hobbies and relationships.
The project was created by Nancy Peckenham, a former CNN executive producer, after she experienced ageism firsthand when trying to re-enter the workforce. Her experiences inspired her to create a platform that would "shake up old ideas about what it means to grow old".
The contributors are people who have experienced and adapted to growing older, and their work serves to celebrate age and defy limiting expectations.
- Challenging ageism: Many contributors write about experiencing the sting of discrimination based on their age and push back against negative stereotypes.
- Finding wisdom: The work often reflects on lessons learned from life experience, with authors sharing their newfound wisdom to inspire others.
- Staying active and engaged: A recurring theme is the importance of staying physically and mentally active to live a rich life after 50.
The project was created by Nancy Peckenham, a former CNN executive producer, after she experienced ageism firsthand when trying to re-enter the workforce. Her experiences inspired her to create a platform that would "shake up old ideas about what it means to grow old".
The contributors are people who have experienced and adapted to growing older, and their work serves to celebrate age and defy limiting expectations.
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