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What Age is the Last Quarter of Life? Navigating the Final Chapters

With the global average life expectancy continuing to rise, the concept of a "fourth quarter" of life is becoming increasingly relevant. While a rigid starting age is a modern construct, various psychological and cultural models suggest the period commonly referred to as the last quarter of life begins for most people between age 60 and 75. This phase is often defined by a shift from ambition and accumulation toward reflection and intentional living.

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What age is considered the last quarter of life? Exploring cultural and statistical definitions

While the maximum recorded human lifespan is 122 years, the age that is considered the last quarter of life varies greatly depending on whether you're using a strict statistical calculation or a more symbolic, cultural model. Understanding these different perspectives can help guide your mindset and planning for the later decades of life, regardless of your specific age or health status.

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