If asked to describe your ideal way to live and grow old, what would you say?
Most people would automatically focus on the weather and surrounding geography of their dream locale.
Although it’s not uncommon to wish for solidarity at first, people generally falter to their social selves as life gives way to graying hairs. After all, we are social creatures.
With that thought in mind, there are many variables to factor into a city of the future. With longevity at the forefront, here are a few pointers on finding a place for you to age in the best way possible.
Enjoyment Must Be at the Heart of Your City
Friendships and personal enjoyment have always been important to our society. Like mentioned before, we are social creatures. We naturally gravitate to one another. We like to enjoy ourselves and have fun. And, we like to do these things together. The pulse of any city of the future should definitely be in its social opportunities.
Your most-fulfilled life is one that focuses on friendships and fun. It’s a life designed for you to enjoy the things that you aren’t always able to enjoy when “the grind” takes up most of the big picture.
A perfect city of the future for you should be one that mirrors your core values. Think of the things you value most for yourself and look for those opportunities in a location.
Life Must Be a Steady Stream Rather than Surges
Sometimes people mix up vacations and a dream life. A vacation is a break from everyday life. After a vacation, you go back to your normal routine and continue on with daily life. Not only is it a breath of fresh air but also serves as a time of rejuvenation.
Your best future life is different in that it’s not a break. Rather, it’s possibly a completely different lifestyle. Moreover, your best life is a lifestyle built for longevity.
It’s better than a vacation—like a cruise once a year—because you are able to experience fulfillment year-round. The city of the future would present you with ongoing positive activities that would nurture your happiness. Not that you need entertainment 24/7, but some type of stimulation is necessary for a vibrant life.
Positive Activities Should Surround You
The city of the future should be a mosaic of choices and they should all be fairly close. In fact, daily activities that you want to adopt as part of your fun routine should be easily accessible. If you have to drive far to get there, you’re less likely to engage in that activity.
For example, going to see your favorite local band perform shouldn’t take an hour’s worth of driving time. In fact, if you could manage to get downtown, walking to your favorite music venue would be ideal.
Of course, musical venues aren’t the only form of enjoyment. Think about art studios, recreational centers, social gatherings, and much more.
You Want a Variety of Activities in Which to Engage
You’ve likely heard that variety is the spice of life. And, it’s true.
It might be unavoidable to break away from the daily grind because of bills you have to pay and responsibilities you need to fulfill. You can, however, fill your life with things that are not so obligated.
In fact, the ideal city of the future would be filled with diversity and the openness to change. So many people get stuck in a place that doesn’t allow them to transcend beyond even their high school days. An open-minded approach to living and growing should be embodied in the city of the future.
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If you’re searching for a way to live a vibrant and fulfilling life, but don’t know how to maintain your happiness, please reach out to me. Together, we can navigate the mundane aspects of life and identify your unique path to fulfillment.
