If the popularity of TV shows like Altered Carbon and Black Mirror tells us anything, it’s that many people have a deep (and sometimes morbid) fascination with the future. Perhaps this is because thinking about the future is both useful and fun. It allows us to use our imagination while also engaging in some productive life planning. Practically speaking, thinking ahead is a good strategy to reduce uncertainty, make better decisions and improve our wellbeing because it helps to inform actions today that might improve our lives tomorrow.
