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You Feel Younger Than You Are? That Changes How You Learn (Science Says)

Einflussfaktor subjektives Alter: Effekte auf die Teilnahme an und die Bewertung von Weiterbildungen

Alexandra Maßmann

Are you really learning based on your birth certificate, or based on how old you feel? This video dives into the groundbreaking research by German scholar Alexandra Maßmann in her book *Einflussfaktor subjektives Alter: Effekte auf die Teilnahme an und die Bewertung von Weiterbildungen*. She reveals a shocking truth: your subjective age—the age you feel inside—has a stronger impact on your motivation to learn, the courses you choose, and how you evaluate them than your actual calendar age. We break down the science behind why some adults thrive in lifelong learning while others struggle, using theories like Self-Determination and the SOK model. If you've ever felt too old to learn something new, or wondered why your learning habits don't match your age, this video will change how you see yourself and your potential. Watch to discover how feeling younger can unlock better learning outcomes—and what you can do about it.