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The big idea
Longevity is an opportunity when individuals and institutions redesign health, work, finances and purpose for longer lives.
In brief: Longevity is a gift when relationships, health, financial security and purpose receive long-term attention.
The goal: make longer lives healthier, happier and more secureAbout the book
Laura L. Carstensen reframes longer lives through research on motivation, emotional well-being, relationships and planning across the life course.
As time perspective changes, people often prioritize emotionally meaningful goals and relationships more clearly.
Four principles for a long, bright future
Prioritize
Focus on meaningChoose goals and activities that create connection, purpose and joy.
Time perspective clarifies value.Connect
Invest in relationshipsBuild close ties across ages and protect against isolation.
Relationships support longevity.Prepare
Support health and financesPlan early for functional health, financial security and changing life stages.
Preparation preserves choice.Adapt
Stay future-readyKeep learning and redesign institutions for a multigenerational society.
Long lives need new structures.The Longevity Academy
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