Researchers at MIT Media Lab have developed an AI-powered chatbot that allows users to converse with a simulated version of their future selves. This innovative project, called ‘Future You,’ uses AI to create a realistic avatar of a user’s older self, complete with age-progressed features. The chatbot can then engage in conversations about life aspirations, providing advice and insights based on the user’s current circumstances and goals. Early studies show promising results, with users reporting a reduction in anxiety, an increase in motivation, and a stronger sense of connection with their future selves.