A strong sense of purpose can lift your mood, boost your energy, and improve your health — especially as we age. That’s why AARP offers free tools to help you reconnect with what matters most and feel more grounded and fulfilled every day.
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As we grow older, many of us start asking bigger questions: What gives my days meaning? How can I use my experience and wisdom to live more fully?
Living with a strong sense of purpose connects you with what matters most and brings more energy, joy and deeper meaning to each day.
Join us for Purpose 101 hosted by Dr. Vic Strecher on Thursday, November 20th, 6:00-7:00 PM ET to discover (or rediscover) your unique sense of purpose.
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This 5-minute exercise is designed to help you create a purpose statement to motivate and guide you.
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Drs. Vic Strecher and Ethan Kross led a thought-provoking discussion that reframed emotions during aging and life changes as vital signals. They showed how purpose-driven values could transform the inner critic into an ally, sharpen focus, and build emotional fitness. Participants gained practical tools to shift their emotional weather and calm an anxious mind.
Ready to feel more energized, focused, and connected? Are you looking to rediscover your spark and live a more purposeful life?
Purposeful is a simple but powerful app — for your smartphone, tablet, or computer — designed to help you find your purpose, improve your wellbeing, and live for what matters most in just a few minutes each day.
Enjoy an exclusive 29% discount for AARP.org users.