Autobiography and Quality Longevity

What role do autobiographical narratives play in the process of longevity? Can life stories contribute to fostering and activating potential in late adulthood? This study seeks to answer these questions by reflecting on the formative and educational outcomes that recounting one’s past experiences can trigger throughout the lifespan. Drawing directly from the perspective of Narrative Gerontology, a field of study that uses narratives to gain a deeper understanding of aging, this paper aims to establish a connection between autobiographical narratives and the goals of a pedagogy of longevity. The objective is to identify new pathways for research and educational action that promote Active Aging and respond to the social transformations we are witnessing.