Summary of Why do adults have to act so serious? Why do people have to “act their age”?
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Acting seriously
requires cultivating a focused, professional, and composed demeanor by maintaining a calm expression, using controlled body language, and prioritizing tasks. It involves being thoughtful, speaking directly, and demonstrating commitment to responsibilities without unnecessary levity. This approach establishes credibility and shows respect for the situation.
Key behaviors to act seriously include:
Physical Presence: Maintain a serious, neutral expression and composed body language.
Professionalism: Be punctual, well-prepared, and respectful of time.
Focus: Stay attentive to the matter at hand, avoiding distractions.
Communication: Speak with purpose, using direct and clear language.
Consistency: Actively work on goals with dedication rather than waiting for motivation.
It is important to balance this with occasional lightheartedness to avoid appearing unapproachable.
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Why do adults have to act so serious? Why do people have to “act their age”?
As an adult, I do agree that you have to be more responsible (because bills, school, jobs, appointments, and family require it to a certain degree)
But you do not have to be dull and serious in order to be responsible. So why do so many people frown upon adults acting more “childishly”?
My aunt (F56) used to be married to a really great guy (M49) (me and my family were so happy for him when they got divorced), and she would always berate him for acting goofy, playing video games and paint ball in his free time, and joking around. Everyone else liked hearing him joke around, but she (and her friends) would always tell him he was just embarrassing himself by acting like a teenager
I have heard from a lot of 40-50 year old women that, whenever they wear something even a tiny bit revealing or colorful, they get recommended to “dress their age”. Or that people think they are being ridiculous/childish if they ever want to go out on dates (which in my opinion should be part of a healthy relationship even if you are 50) or go party with their friends
Why should people restrain themselves from the things that can make them happy? Why do (some) people expect that of adults?