Most Likely to Not Give a Shit:
Women in their Second Act
BY HEATHER REID
o much
attention is paid
to “Under”
whatever age list. Hottest Man Under 40. Ones to Watch Under 30. Top Young Authors.
No offense to those featured in the seemingly endless celebration of youth, but I’m not impressed. They deserve kudos for their efforts (or cheekbones) but let’s talk about the elephant in the room.
When you’re under 30, you’re still in your First Act. Maybe you legitimately have brains and talent and even a little bit of luck, but you also have all the privilege of youth. You can push yourself without sleep for extended periods. You wake up without mysterious (possibly sleep-induced?) injuries. Your hair and skin are the best they will be for your whole life without extensive and ongoing outside interference (not that there’s anything wrong with that if it makes you happy).
S