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The influential Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung once famously said, "Life really does begin at forty." The phrase was later popularized by Walter B. Pitkin's 1932 book, embodying the modern spirit of self-reinvention and growth after midlife.
The idea of being "over the hill" is a deeply embedded concept, yet with global life expectancy significantly higher than when the term originated, its meaning is entirely different. This article explores **what does 40 over the hill mean** and why this old idiom is a relic of the past, not a reality for today's active, vibrant older adults.
While the notion of a universal 'midlife crisis' has largely been debunked, many find their 40s to be a period of profound growth and fulfillment. This phenomenon sheds light on why people say life begins at 40, a concept rooted in experience and newfound clarity.
