Change Academy We now return to your Future Self
Sep 18, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of time travel as your Current Self reflects on the Future Self's aspirations. Explore how emotional connections influence our motivation to make better choices for tomorrow. Discover techniques to visualize your future self and the importance of writing letters to align with your true values. A unique time capsule challenge awaits, encouraging you to ponder how your past intentions have influenced your present actions. It’s a journey of self-discovery and legacy building—don’t miss the insights!
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Future Self Feels Like A Stranger
- People tend to treat their future selves like distant strangers, which reduces motivation for long-term benefits.
- Feeling emotionally connected to your future self increases choices that favor that future person.
Neglected Friendships Revealed
- Brock noticed he'd neglected some 'always-there' friendships and realized they might not persist without effort.
- He committed to actively tending those relationships using modern communication tools.
Brain Activity Predicts Future-Self Connection
- fMRI studies show different brain regions activate when people think about themselves versus others and future selves.
- Those whose 'self' brain lights up for future imagery feel closer to their future selves and act accordingly.
