CAREER DAY 02

We live in a world where instant gratification reigns supreme and the future seems like a distant, abstract concept. However, with recent advancements in science and technology, the possibility of extending our lifespan and improving our health has become increasingly tangible.

Enter: Bryan Johnson.

At first glance, Johnson’s pale skin, ginger hair, and piercing blue eyes might cause onlookers to question the species from which he originates: in no world could he be human. Most fortyfive year olds are balding with sun spots and droopy skin as undesired accessories — but Bryan Johnson is not like most people. Johnson has achieved the heart of a thirty-seven year old, the skin of a twenty-eight year old, and the lung capacity of a teenager, all because he is the most measured man in the world.

Johnson garnered an influx of attention after Bloomberg published an article titled “How to Be 18 Years Old Again for Only $2 Million a Year.” The piece highlighted the extremities of Johnson’s lifestyle — further outlined in Johnson’s “Project Blueprint” — which depicts a life of unwavering devotion to health and longevity. The Blueprint features a comprehensive daily routine of over thirty doctors and an arsenal of pills designed to meticulously monitor and fine-tune the myriad of bodily functions. This rigorous regimen also requires a highly disciplined diet, consisting of the same foods every day, precisely measured to provide a mere 1,977 calories. Along with strenuous, daily, hour-long workouts and a thoroughly calculated sleep routine, the unyielding dedication and attention to detail of Project Blueprint represents a new standard of selfcare and health optimization — one that could revolutionize the way we approach our own well-being.

Many argue that Johnson is absurd for sacrificing so much of a normal life to add a few years on to the end of his. Although he argues his extreme behaviors are for the greater good of humanity, should his findings be applied to all individuals?

Through his focus on vitality and it through lifestyle changes and experimentation. experimentation, Johnson has come to some interesting conclusions about longevity and healthy living, which he shares in utmost detail in Project Blueprint. He believes that sleep is the most important factor in maintaining good health and has also found that certain supplements, such as metformin and NAD+ boosters, can have significantly positive effects on our well-being and lifespan. Perhaps most importantly, he has discovered that our biology is not set in stone, that we can actively work to improve

So, what does all of this mean for younger generations? Should we focus on long-term health to the extent that we sacrifice our social lives and youthful exuberance? Is it possible to have our cake and eat it too? These are complex and nuanced questions that require a thoughtful approach, and the answers will vary from person to person. What is clear, however, is that we have the power to make positive changes in our lives, both now and in the future.

Balancing the pursuit of healthy living with maintaining a social life is a multifaceted issue. At its core, it requires a deep understanding of what constitutes a fulfilling life, and what sacrifices are worth making in order to achieve it. The key is to strike a balance that works for the individual, taking into account their personal values and priorities, as well as scientific discoveries that are newly available almost every day. Ultimately, the pursuit of longevity is about more than just extending our years — it is about living a life that is meaningful and marked by good health, happiness, and fulfillment. By adopting healthy habits and focusing on our longterm well-being, we can improve our chances of living long and satisfying lives. Whether we choose to follow in the footsteps of Bryan Johnson or take a more moderate approach to healthy living, the important thing is that we continue striving towards a better, more fulfilling future.

By Kelly Gorman