We are living longer and better than any generation before us, yet our cultural fixation on youth often prevents us from fully embracing the extraordinary opportunities of this longevity revolution. And live under more anxiety and pressure. In this thought-provoking keynote, Carl Honoré invites us to (re)consider everything we think we know about aging.

Drawing on cutting-edge scientific research, global demographic insights, and inspiring real-life stories, he reveals how aging is not a decline, but a dynamic stage of growth, reinvention, and possibility. Rather than resisting the passage of time, Carl argues that we can choose to meet it with curiosity, courage, and a sense of adventure, no matter our current age.

With clarity, warmth, and a touch of humor, he dismantles the myths that limit us, reframes longevity as a powerful social and personal asset, and offers practical perspectives for living not just longer, but bolder.

About the speaker:

Carl Honoré is an award-winning writer, broadcaster and two-time TED speaker. After working with street children in Brazil, he covered Europe and South America for the Economist, Observer, Miami Herald, Time and other publications. Published in 36 languages, his books have landed on bestseller lists around the world. Carl created a TED Course called ‘How To Slow Down’, fronted The Slow Coach on BBC Radio 4 and presented Frantic Family Rescue on Australia’s ABC TV. His online keynotes have racked up more than 10 million views. While researching his first book, In Praise of Slow, Carl got slapped with a speeding ticket.