We see realities in fixed metrics,
assign numbers, become generic,
whenever we interact with people,
checking their biodata or resumes.
Often times ignore, being unaware,
in professional, personal spheres,
giving superficial judgments,
without delving deeper.
Age is just a number,
we have heard people say,
but most are designated,
through their documents.
It works till people conform,
adhere to established norms,
but with changing lifestyles,
we have to add newer criteria.
Chronological age...
It just calculates years gone,
helping states for keeping records,
but, it can be hidden or forged,
while doesn't dictate health conditions.
Biological age...
It defines functional status of body,
accounting genetics, and exposures,
which predicts morbidity & mortality,
being true marker of our aging.
For, we have seen many,
being young still accelerating,
while some older generations,
for whom, even time has stopped.
So, don't just count the numbers,
feel disheartened, and fumble,
your epigenetic clock is ticking,
make the most of this knowledge.
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