#15: The Cool Uncle
We have this image of our grandparents or older relatives as being strict and righteous, but having lived through the dynamic eras of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, they often hold hidden depths of coolness beneath their more conventional facades. These decades witnessed the rise of countercultural movements and the free-spirited ideals of hippies, after all.
The experiences they gained during these transformative times could include adventures, rebellions, and a taste for unconventional living that they might not readily share. It’s a humbling reminder that we don’t necessarily know every aspect of the lives of the people around us and their complex personalities.