After 15 years of avoiding glasses, I finally see my future in high definition

For nearly 15 years, the author had refrained from wearing prescription glasses, either because they believed they could manage without them or because they viewed glasses as synonymous with aging. As their driving license came into the picture, the significance of clear vision became apparent. Dubai's roads, which appeared differently when driving compared to being a passenger, demanded attention to signboards, lane markings, and identifying objects on the road.

The author's experiment in looking younger hit an unexpected roadblock when they started wearing glasses. Their wife, while delighted, knew better than to ask if their appearance had changed. At the office, colleagues were taken aback by the author's appearance, perceiving them as appearing intellectual, older, or possibly preparing a report.

However, once the glasses were in place, the world seemed to transform into high definition. Emails became clearer, faces more distinct, and the office's design features less tasteful. Driving, which had been a challenge with fuzzy interpretation, now offered clarity. The author's ability to identify road signs and exits improved significantly, giving them confidence behind the wheel.

Their wife even noticed an improvement in their driving skills. Despite the glasses making the author appear older, they realized that clear vision was worth sacrificing the youthful glamour of avoiding glasses. After 15 years of trying to look younger, the author has come to the conclusion that the clarity provided by glasses is more valuable, particularly at their age.