Discussion of age on tumblr

[sqbr]

I was happy with my addition, so am going to crosspost it here. Just had my second vaccine dose so hopefully this isn't incoherent.

Advantages to younger people from knowing older ones.

Comments

[scytale]

Haha, I think talking to mentors is a skill, and it takes some trust and vulnerability as well -- I've been on both sides of those programs (in a non-academic work context), and I think I only became good at being a mentee after I became a mentor. On the other hand, I've watched some people absolutely thrive at figuring out how to get what they want out of a mentorship.

Friendly acquaintanceships are much easier. And fun!

[sqbr]

Yeah, I think I'd be much better at both sides now.