In parts of the Mediterranean, living into your 90s (and beyond) isn’t unusual. These “blue zone” communities have long been seen as proof that, under the right conditions, a longer life isn’t just luck — it’s shaped by lifestyle, environment, and daily habits.
The U.S. doesn’t carry the same reputation — but it does have its own pockets where people seem to thrive well into later life.
So where in America do people feel most confident about their future — and why? A Mission for Michael commissioned Cherry Data Signals to survey 3,025 respondents, exploring how people think about their own longevity — not just in years, but in terms of control, optimism, and mindset…