An elderly woman in her 80s with white hair said, “Aging is when your hair turns white.” Alex finally spoke up but glanced sideways at Dorothy, an 80-year-old woman with a full head of white hair. Embarrassed, Alex covered his flushed face with his hand. Dorothy patted Alex’s back and said, “I had a sister who got white hair at 19. So, having white hair doesn’t mean you’re old. And some people dye their hair, too.”

There are many causes for white hair. While it is a natural aging phenomenon, there are also stories of people whose hair turned white overnight due to mental shock. Stress can lead to both white hair and hair loss, and some people genetically get white hair early. No matter the reason, when you start noticing more white hair, it can be a chance to reflect on your life. Don’t let your spirit be shaken by white hair. Keep a younger mindset.

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