How old did your grandparents live to be? What age do you hope to reach for yourself? And your children, will they witness the beginning of the 22nd century? Even though all statistics confirm it, we find it hard to imagine that a significantly longer life awaits us than that of the generations before us. However, it would be reckless to overlook this fact, warn British scientists Lynda Gratton and Andrew Scott. Because if we manage this long life wisely and thoughtfully, it will be a true gift. If we fail to give structure to these years and make provisions, this blessing could turn into a curse. How can we, as individuals and as a society, make more of our long lives? By overcoming the traditional three-step process of education, work, and retirement, and by defining new life phases, the authors explain. By developing flexible plans.