Consider that regeneration occurs continuously as ‘turnover’. Levin has referenced Peter Reddien’s “The Purpose and Ubiquity of Turnover”. Isn’t aging the mismatching of turnover rates within the complex constituencies of cells? Too much of one and not enough of another, the former strains mechanisms for disposal while the latter slows replenishments? Mechanical forces can train resilience into the cognitive glue (bioelectricity).
Interesting to look at it from a purely psychological point of view: one of the most consistent and well replicated findings is that people in their 70s and beyond age more slowly when they have a strong sense of purpose. This appears to have direct effects at a cellular level.
The term “the right contextual signal” is a good one. In order to survive and navigate life we are always consciously and unconsciously monitoring more signals than we could possibly count in awareness. Very good post.
Consider that regeneration occurs continuously as ‘turnover’. Levin has referenced Peter Reddien’s “The Purpose and Ubiquity of Turnover”. Isn’t aging the mismatching of turnover rates within the complex constituencies of cells? Too much of one and not enough of another, the former strains mechanisms for disposal while the latter slows replenishments? Mechanical forces can train resilience into the cognitive glue (bioelectricity).
Interesting to look at it from a purely psychological point of view: one of the most consistent and well replicated findings is that people in their 70s and beyond age more slowly when they have a strong sense of purpose. This appears to have direct effects at a cellular level.
Yes! I do think this applies at many different societal levels.
Thank you. Fascinating and hopeful! 🌱
The term “the right contextual signal” is a good one. In order to survive and navigate life we are always consciously and unconsciously monitoring more signals than we could possibly count in awareness. Very good post.