How old are the members of our website?

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The thread explores the ages of members on the Physics Forums website, with participants sharing their ages and reflecting on the implications of age within the community. The discussion includes a mix of light-hearted banter and personal anecdotes, with no specific focus on theory or application.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants share their ages, with responses ranging from 15 to 85 years old.
  • Several members express feelings of being older or younger than their actual age, with comments on how age affects their perspectives.
  • One participant humorously suggests that they feel much older than their chronological age due to life experiences.
  • There are playful exchanges about the significance of age and how it relates to maturity and interests.
  • A few members express curiosity about the ages of mentors or older members, indicating a perceived generational divide.
  • Some participants engage in mathematical riddles regarding their ages, adding a playful element to the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the light-hearted nature of the discussion, but there are varying perspectives on how age influences identity and experience. No consensus is reached regarding the implications of age within the community.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a wide range of ages and experiences, highlighting the diversity within the community. Some statements about age are made humorously or metaphorically, which may not reflect actual ages.

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Members interested in community dynamics, age-related discussions, or those curious about the demographics of the Physics Forums community may find this thread engaging.

  • #61
Nereid said:
Wait till you get to 40, 50, 60, ... 100 iansmith!

Cancel that; by 40 (or 50, if you're in the slow class), you realize that youth is totally wasted on the young ... and that life truly does begin at 40 (or 50).

Of course, only those past these 'use by' dates have the qualifications to pass judgements ... :wink:

I was breathlessly waiting to hear your age. I figure you must have been around awhile to be so mellow. I'll be 58 next March but I have the body of a 25 year old. Everyone believes that, right? :biggrin:
 
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  • #62
Les Sleeth said:
I was breathlessly waiting to hear your age. I figure you must have been around awhile to be so mellow. I'll be 58 next March but I have the body of a 25 year old. Everyone believes that, right? :biggrin:

I believe you, but I think you better give it back:smile:
 
  • #63
I am slightly more than twice as old as my beard, which is older than most of the folks in this thread. :biggrin:

And just a bit older than xck.
 
  • #64
jcsd said:
I believe you, but I think you better give it back:smile:

Ha, would you? :cool:
 
  • #65
Turned 24 two weeks ago.
 
  • #66
I'm 42. I felt quite young until I read this thread...

Damn...

:-(
 
  • #67
I wish i was 18,but,damn,i'm 22... :mad:

Daniel.
 
  • #68
I'm 21, and feel ancient sometimes.
 
  • #69
Meh - I am only 15 :-p
 
  • #70
futb0l said:
Meh - I am only 15 :-p

For now... :smile:
 
  • #71
I'm 20. I'll be 21 in June.
 
  • #72
I am 19. :smile:
 
  • #73
I'm 21 years old. I'll be 22 in February.
 
  • #74
Nereid said:
Wait till you get to 40, 50, 60, ... 100 iansmith!

Cancel that; by 40 (or 50, if you're in the slow class), you realize that youth is totally wasted on the young ... and that life truly does begin at 40 (or 50).

Oh dear God I hope so.

I'll be 40 in two weeks. If anyone has a spare walker? or oxygen tank out there? could you let me know?

Seriously, the best thing about this birthday is entering a new age group for races. Maybe I'll actually win something this year!
 
  • #75
I'm 22, 23 very soon.
 
  • #76
dextercioby said:
I wish i was 18,but,damn,i'm 22... :mad:

Daniel.

Oooh, don't let's go there!
 
  • #77
I am 18 from US
 
  • #78
24.
Not young and creative. Not old and wise...
 
  • #79
futb0l said:
Meh - I am only 15

Man, I wish I was back at 15 with all I know now. I'd be even more weird if that happened. And I'd still be dateless.
 

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