Older adults have a stronger sense of emotional resilience, especially when dealing with stress and setbacks. Maintaining this strength contributes to greater life satisfaction and overall well-being. Laura Carstensen, a psychologist and director of the Stanford Center on Longevity, explains why older people are happier, wiser, and more energetic. Her work challenges common myths about aging and offers important insights into why life satisfaction often grows as we age. Read about the research here