As we age, many of us expect our personalities to become more refined and predictable, but a new study published in The New York Times suggests that the opposite may be true. Researchers have found that people become increasingly eccentric and unconventional as they get older, often embracing quirky habits and interests that might have been deemed too unusual for younger years. This phenomenon, dubbed "weirdness," appears to be a natural part of the aging process, with older adults more likely to challenge social norms and take risks. But what triggers this shift towards greater individuality, and what does it reveal about the human experience?
The Gift of Getting Weirder With Age The New York Times
