Adults aged 50 and over are best at being 'happy with what they have', study finds

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Adults aged 50 and over are most content with their lives, according to research.A poll of 2,000 adults found those in this decade and beyond are best at being ‘happy with what they have’ - and also report stronger relationships.Holidays and time to spend on hobbies and interests featured in the top 10 things the over 50s are satisfied with, along with being debt free, having good health and knowing the children are happy.A fifth of adults this age with kids still living at home also admit they are more than ready to get them moved out - and move on to the next stage of their life.It also emerged more than one in 10 have a more active sex life than they ever had before.Three quarters of adults said having time to relax is what really makes them feel content, with those 50 and older likely to take four or more minibreaks or weekend getaways in an average year.Simon Thompson, managing director of Warner Leisure Hotels, which operates 15 adult-only hotels across the UK and commissioned the research, said: “It’s no surprise that the results found a huge part of what makes people happy is simply having time to enjoy life.“Our guests love unwinding in whatever way suits them - from dancing the night away to live entertainment, to relaxing in our spas, learning something new like archery, or indulging in delicious three-course meals.“By the time they reach their 50s, people are more open to simply doing what they love when they want.”Things that make adults over 50 feel serene also include learning to be happy with what they’ve got (54 per cent), and enjoying a leisurely tea or coffee in the morning (35 per cent).Simple pleasures such as sunny days with clear skies, a good night’s sleep - and seeing old friends also featured in.