Legacy And Love Take Priority For Aging Americans, Shows New Survey Of What People Are Leaving Behind

Legacy And Love Take Priority For Aging Americans, Shows New Survey Of What People Are Leaving Behind

Legacy And Love Take Priority For Aging Americans, Shows New Survey Of What People Are Leaving Behind Photo by Jana Sabeth More than half of Americans care about the mark they will leave on the world, and even more are concerned about the impression they leave on their loved ones (80%), according to a new survey. The poll of 2,000 adults found that over half (54%) of respondents say they want to leave a positive legacy on this earth, and, as expected, their age may be a factor. Regarding how getting older has shifted people’s mindsets, eight in 10 have noticed a difference in the way they think as they age (82%). One respondent shared that they no longer “sweat the small stuff,” while another realized that “time is the real currency”. Another said they’re making a point to “fit more in life each day.” As they’ve gotten older, 61% appreciate little things more and 53% take time to savor good moments. Half of the respondents appreciate the beauty in life more and 45% say they’re ensuring that…