The beautiful paradox I've discovered is that by having these pressure-free creative spaces in my life, I've become more resilient and innovative in other aspects of my life. It's as if these joy buffers create a psychological safety net, allowing me to take bigger risks and stay grounded even when life gets unpredictable or chaotic.

The centenarians in Blue Zones show us that when we become part of something larger than ourselves, we create a legacy that extends beyond our individual existence.