If we lived for 300 years, What would change?

Hmm, if we contemplate it, our fascination with concepts like the Philosopher's Stone, the Fountain of Youth, and even vampires stems from a common desire—to understand what it would be like to possess eternal life. Some researchers argue that there is no limit to our potential lifespan. The proponents of the No Limit Camp believe that as long as we continue making scientific advancements and taking care of ourselves, we could potentially live indefinitely, or at least until our savings run out. On the other hand, the proponents of finite lifespan argue that our bodies have a predetermined expiration date, and while we can make efforts to delay it, there are limits to how far we can push it. A study suggests that the maximum human lifespan may be around 150 years. Researchers analyzed data on the world's oldest individuals over the past few decades and concluded that there is indeed an expiration date for our lives.

Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the limitations of human lifespan and can guide future research on the biology of aging and the development of new treatments for age-related diseases. So, let's hypothesize that we can extend our inevitable end as much as possible. What if we lived for 300 years? It would still be a finite lifespan, but significantly longer. Living forever may not be as appealing because we might reach a point of extreme boredom and yearn for a finite life.

Living for 300 years would have a profound impact on every aspect of life. Let's start with the concept of aging and how we perceive it. Although youth and old age are subjective, currently, we are considered middle-aged around 50 years old. If our lifespan tripled, we might still be seen as teenagers at 50 since we would have more than two centuries left to live. It would be like every minute suddenly becoming three minutes long. We often consider reaching the age of 30 as a milestone, feeling that one-third of our life is over. With a longer lifespan, we wouldn't experience this feeling until we reached 100.

The critical question is whether our biological and emotional capacities would remain the same. Normally, our adolescent brain continues to develop and doesn't reach full maturity until around 25 to 30 years of age. In this scenario, that notion would likely remain the same, but we would probably spend a more extended period in education, learning a vast array of new subjects. Perhaps we would even have time to learn new languages, explore organ replacement, and attend AI lectures. The education system and curriculum would undoubtedly undergo significant changes, providing more time for reading, learning, and exploring various fields of knowledge.

After obtaining a diploma or choosing not to pursue higher education, we might dedicate our time to mastering skills such as carpentry. Of course, earning money would still be necessary, so finding a job would remain a familiar concept. However, with a longer lifespan, we would likely have more options to choose from, and retirement might not be necessary until much later in life. This would grant us extra time to explore different careers, pursue our goals, take risks, and develop our professional lives.

Now, let's consider relationships. In a longer life, the dynamics of relationships would undoubtedly change. Concepts like situationships and open relationships might become more prevalent. The age at which people get married and decide to start a family would shift, and family structures and rules would adapt to accommodate these extended lifespans. It's even possible that people could become grandparents at the age of 230, creating an entirely unique experience. With more time available, we would have the opportunity to deepen our bonds and develop lasting relationships. Imagine having centuries to spend with your best friend, allowing us to truly get to know each other and explore shared interests.

However, it's not just our personal experiences that would be affected. The world's resources