“It’s been getting worse for older generations …” said the geriatric psychiatrist.

  “You mean, boomer’ism?”

  “Technically, we call it ‘emotional disassociation syndrome.’ As they age, they face more discontent from present-day reality with their contradictory expectations and habits.”

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  “So, NIMBYism?”

  “We prefer not to make such labels.” The psychiatrist smiled. “It doesn’t help them or us.”

  “So, can you help Grandpa in a ‘politically correct’ way?”

  “Here …” The psychiatrist handed over a vial of liquid with crystalline structures swimming in it.

  “Nanites?”

  “Bliss … They open up the imagination. Your grandpa can re-experience those good old days and smile.”