进入老龄化社会，越来越多的年轻人、中年人开始流行"老前整理""生前整理""终活"，这不是预演死亡，而是为了提前厘清此生到底为何而 活。 人在多大年纪适合开始回望、整理自己的人生？对于佛山95后女孩小云来说，这个来自生活的答卷可以提前几十年准备。 22岁时，小云入坑极简生活，她爱上"少物的清爽"，享受对生活的掌控感；24岁时，她启动"生前整理"，这一理念打动她的地方在于"不只是为了现在活 得轻松，更是为了以后走得利索，不给家里人添麻烦"；26岁时，小云一生体面的爷爷骤然离世，留给家人的告别时间只有短短一天，翻箱倒柜寻找重要 物品有如大海捞针，更使得她坚定要系统性地进行"生前整理"的决心，随后一年，她又在《此生未完成》《人生除此无大事》《我是遗物整理师》《我的 家里空无一物》等书籍及影视作品中找到更多共鸣。 于娟 著湖南文艺出版社，2019-8-1 到今年，小云30岁了。她感悟道，"生前整理"不是等待人生的终点，而是为了更轻盈、自在地活在当下。 人生不过三件事："就活""婚活""终活" "生前整理"的概念兴于日本，最早叫作"终活"，意思是"为人生终点而进行的准备活动" ，2012年曾入选日本年度流行语大赏。有报道 ...

Core Insights - A surprising trend is emerging in Japan where a significant number of young people in their 20s are preparing for their "end of life" by writing wills, taking memorial photos, and planning their funerals [1][2][4] Group 1: The Trend of "End of Life" Preparation - Approximately 24.6% of respondents in a survey by TEAR are engaged in "end of life" preparations, with 26.8% of those being in their 20s, which is higher than the 60s age group [4][6] - "End of life" preparation includes organizing personal belongings, planning funerals, writing wills, and even taking memorial photos, reflecting a broader understanding of life and death among young people [4][6] Group 2: Motivations Behind the Trend - The interest in "end of life" preparations among young people is influenced by their experiences attending funerals of relatives, prompting them to consider what they would want to leave behind [6][13] - Japan's aging population and increasing death rates contribute to the normalization of discussions around death and funeral planning among younger generations [13][15] Group 3: Activities Involved in "End of Life" Preparation - Common activities among young people include writing wills, preparing messages for loved ones, and taking memorial photos, often approached with a light-hearted attitude [7][8] - Young individuals often use simple methods to document their wishes, such as notes or digital reminders, focusing on expressing sentiments rather than distributing wealth [8][9] - Digital solutions are also being utilized, such as setting up memorial accounts on social media or using dedicated apps to store messages for loved ones [10][12] Group 4: Cultural and Psychological Aspects - A significant portion of young people (59.6%) prefer simplified funeral arrangements, indicating a shift away from traditional large-scale ceremonies [15] - Engaging in "end of life" preparations allows young people to gain a sense of control over their lives amidst societal uncertainties, serving as a form of psychological organization [16][17] - The process of writing wills and messages encourages reflection on personal values and relationships, ultimately fostering a more meaningful approach to life [17][18]