OPINION: In defense of ‘those people’

Becoming an older person is not easy, nor is it something Western culture embraces.

By: Julie Masters

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: June 27, 2026

Words: 744

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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Recently, I heard someone mention “those people” when discussing a strategic approach to working with aging adults. The comment was surprising not only because of the tone but because the person could easily be confused as being one of “those people.”

Admittedly, I have used this phrase at some point in my younger years, not fully appreciating its impact. Now that I, too, am one of those people, aging has taken on a different complexion.

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