Laura Carstensen, a psychologist at Stanford University and director of the Stanford Center on Longevity, discusses groundbreaking insights into aging. She explains how our emotional well-being often improves with age, challenging common stereotypes about cognitive decline. Carstensen highlights the shift in perspectives on time, which enhances social relationships and encourages savoring positive experiences. She also addresses the complex interplay between happiness, financial security, and the impact of mortality awareness on life choices, revealing the wisdom that comes with growing older.
