Do we become more cynical when we get old?

[baboon]

Now that I am entering into geezerdom there are so many things that I straight up dislike & don't trust. I figure it's because I have seen the changes & in many cases not for the better. I no longer trust the law, doctors, our government, the media, investments and most people in general nor the future.

I'm really thankful that I no longer work. The people that I do know make it sound like things have only gotten worse since I bailed on the workforce.I guess getting old is just a huge buzz kill that ends in our own demise.

 

[Johnny Diamond]

I'm somewhat inclined to agree, listen to the radio most days, all day.

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[GeorgeS]

I've been a cynic my entire life; I am moving into curmudgeon territory.

 

[OneGunTX]

I still work because I like what I do. However, in today's woke world, you can't have a bible on your desk because it might offend someone. We have a lesbian who keeps her hair cut like a man's hair and dresses like a man. While she uses the women's bathroom, she upsets visitors that think she is a he in the women's bathroom. Also, god forbid, I ever express my conservative views. It is forbidden. But we have LGBTQ+ events twice a year. I don't partake, but I'm old enough to say, it is not for me. And never say "Merry Christmas!" around the holidays. Just say "Happy Holidays" As a Jew, I'm offended. I always wish my Christian friends "Merry Christmas"

 

[baboon]

I'm somewhat inclined to agree, listen to the radio most days, all day.

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Radio where I live is country, Christian or Spanish all 3 are not something I can tolerate. I ent a very long time with out tunes in my truck. With the increased distances out here I was fortunate enough that Eze put a new stereo in that had other listening options.

 

[deemus]

I think it’s less cynical, and more in touch with reality.

 

[fordw60s]

Not retired and have a long ways to go but do agree that I just don't like what I see for the future in people.

 

[Johnny Diamond]

Radio where I live is country, Christian or Spanish all 3 are not something I can tolerate. I ent a very long time with out tunes in my truck. With the increased distances out here I was fortunate enough that Eze put a new stereo in that had other listening options.

I stream various stations through my phone to home stereo can listen to whatever I want long as Comrade father lets it continue.

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[BigRed]

I think it’s less cynical, and more in touch with reality.

This

 

[Otto_Mation]

I think it’s less cynical, and more in touch with reality.

We are on the same page but I think it is more cynical and from using more critical thinking which drives one to be more in touch with reality.

 

[Lonesome Dove]

I dunno but I am now even more negative of new ways then I ever was. FK the internet!

 

[jmohme]

I've been a cynic my entire life; I am moving into curmudgeon territory.

Welcome to Curmdgeonville.
Plenty of room and all are welcome, but stay off my lawn!

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

You eventually appreciate all the BS you used to think true to find it isn't.

The various institutions and people you trusted to do the right thing are swine.

You've been lied to and lied to which gradually develops your overall perspective into a fine sense of cynicism.

You need to be cynical...having a BS radar detector will keep you on the straight and narrow.

 

[toddnjoyce]

Cynic was the original commie-hippy and advocated for the acceptance of theft and begging.

I wouldn’t want to be a cynic; I’d rather be a critical thinker while continously learning.

As for talk shows and the such; you’re the product being sold to the advertisers, the opinions are just there to keep you coming back for more advertising.

 

[jmohme]

You eventually appreciate all the BS you used to think true to find it isn't.

The various institutions and people you trusted to do the right thing are swine.

You've been lied to and lied to which gradually develops your overall perspective into a fine sense of cynicism.

You need to be cynical...having a BS radar detector will keep you on the straight and narrow.

And I am not being sarcastic. I really trust no one. Well maybe my wife and daughter.......maybe.

 

[Enigma57]

I just call it situational awareness these days

 

[TipBledsoe]

Not retired and have a long ways to go but do agree that I just don't like what I see for the future in people.

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[Wudidiz]

The older we get, the easier it is to connect the dots. Us old folk have alot more dots. We know that we can't trust anyone, most politicians are in for the kickbacks, service companies will screw you, most people are self-serving assholes, and dogs are the only people who truly and unconditionally love you.

 

[deemus]

Cynic was the original commie-hippy and advocated for the acceptance of theft and begging.

I wouldn’t want to be a cynic; I’d rather be a critical thinker while continously learning.

As for talk shows and the such; you’re the product being sold to the advertisers, the opinions are just there to keep you coming back for more advertising.

Talk shows are still on? I thought they died when Rush did.

 

[Otto_Mation]

dogs are the only people who truly and unconditionally love you.

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