Social commentary is always easier when one element is removed. Everything is easier with one element removed. Life is easier without love. In the end it all leads to the same death. When the goal is initially made, or upon first realization that it is unrealistic.
Reality comes in pulses, waves, particles.
Look at the familiar composite of friendly faces. Say more without words. People try to regain youth. Not realizing that youth can be eternal just never believe in peaks or plateaus. Keep the summit in the clouds.