In "Station Eleven," the characters confront the stark changes that come with aging. They experience a sense of disorientation when meeting their peers, as they are reminded of their youthful appearances and the passage of time. The contrast between their vibrant past selves and the visible signs of aging creates a moment of reflection and nostalgia.

This evokes a deep longing for the days when they felt invincible and full of potential. The characters grapple with the reality of their current appearance and the shared experience of aging, prompting introspection about lost youth and the inevitable changes that life brings.