It is my sincere wish to move to another country where old age is not looked upon like a disease. I’m 50. I can’t imagine what the next decade would bring as far as invisibility. Other women, how do you deal?
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I would love to move abroad for a variety of reasons. I'm in my 50's and still in corporate America (sigh) and I color my hair and try my best to stay "young & relevant" which isn't the best answer but works for me, for now.
Post hysto I find myself not caring what anyone thinks and how/when to insert myself, forcefully if needed. We can’t LET them shove us into the box of irrelevance.
Believe it or not I’m 72! And I’m widowed as of five years ago, and now I’m just enjoying being single and growing my own life! There are still men out there, but very few who are sincerely feminist.
One day at a time. I'll be 55 this Summer and I have a IDGAF attitude toward my age and aging. Love me or hate me for who I am. If someone cannot appreciate me for me, keep walking.
Invisibility over 50 so real- I think we are invisible long before we notice it though -I have embraced my imposed exile from society 😂 - I give back the same energy that I get - if you don’t see me I don’t see you either 🤷🏻♀️ attitudes tend change swiftly after that 💜
I am 59, refuse to color my hair and will use my invisibility to my advantage. I will use my powers for good in my career. I will protect and fight when needed and not be quiet. I have women in my lineage that stood up to nazis inWWII and won. I will not disappoint that legacy.
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve wanted to leave the US for a few years now. I’m 53.. female. I fear that it is going to get worse if he fulfills his whole presidency. Ugh.
I’m 71 and not to be condescending, you just do. You get mad when you’re alone and then just carry on. I’m not saying you don’t speak your mind because anyone who knows me knows that I have a big liberal opinionated mouth. I have known for a long time that I have a better opinion of my plus size
I hear you. I am older than you so I experience this everywhere. I always looked younger than I am but the invisibility is astounding, especially in healthcare.
I had a very bad surgical experience a year and a half ago. When I spoke up, with details, the women listened but ultimately I got a letter that said none of it happened.
P.S. Moving to another country is not a bad idea. I have a friend who’s planning on moving to Portugal, and another one who moved to a city outside of Panama City.
Invisibility can come with benefits. Think about all those detective shows with older women. No one pays attention to them, so they’re able to go on their merry way getting shit done. I have great faith in your ability to chart your own course. But what do I know, I’m 68 years old. Lol.
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I’ll see myself out thx 😆