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  • Gerontology
  • Social Sciences
  • Philosophy

Background:

  • Successful aging is a key topic in social gerontology.
  • Existing theories face critiques regarding de-ageism and dualistic thinking.
  • There is a need for inclusive aging paradigms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the paradox of de-ageism in successful aging.
  • To resolve dualistic thinking in aging theories.
  • To propose a new inclusive model for successful aging.

Main Methods:

  • Critically analyzed existing successful aging theories.
  • Examined Zhuangzi's Taoist philosophy, specifically "Equalizing Assessments of Things".
  • Developed the "two roads successful aging" paradigm.

Main Results:

  • Proposed the "two roads successful aging" model, asserting universal applicability.
  • Established three governing principles: equality, freedom, and being.
  • Debunked the paradox of de-ageism in successful aging.

Conclusions:

  • The "two roads successful aging" model offers an inclusive East-West approach.
  • It provides a framework for intergenerational interactions and welfare.
  • This paradigm offers a feasible outlook for coping with aging stressors.