In "An Untamed State," Roxane Gay expresses a sentiment about the confusion and disarray of life as one ages. The experiences and complexities we face can lead to a sense of disillusionment, highlighting the challenges of understanding the world around us. As time goes on, the perspectives we form shape our understanding, but they can also contribute to a feeling of alienation from our surroundings. This paradox reflects the struggles of growing older, as the clarity of youth gives way to the complexities of adult life.

The older I get the less the world makes sense.

In "An Untamed State," Roxane Gay illustrates the confusion we encounter as we age, revealing how our experiences can lead to a sense of disillusionment and alienation.