Secrets of Living Longer and Enduring Life
Longevity has very much to do with your attitude
Being Optimistic:
There are many people who have experienced extreme adversity, such as living in a Nazi death camp, that have gone on to live long, productive lives well into their 90’s and beyond. They were eternally optimistic and found their true purpose in life.
Diet:
In the longevity hotspots of the world, such as Sardinia Italy or Okinawa Japan, the local centenarians have never had to go on a “diet plan. ” They never worried about cleansing or detoxing. For all of their long and healthy lives they have eaten fresh foods from their native regions and often from their own gardens.
Water:
Water is the elixir for a long and healthy life.
The purer the water and free from harmful chemicals the better. In longevity areas water is found in springs or glaciers containing natural minerals and trace elements. There is no need to drown yourself by drinking gallons of water, but sip it throughout the day to keep your body hydrated throughout the day. Pure water is the best medicine you can give yourself to stay healthy for life.
Physical Activity:
Gyms are not necessary or even in existence in most longevity hotspots. For strength training they will do chores such as house cleaning, gardening, picking olives or fixing fences into old age. You won’t find them attempting to run marathons or sweating profusely pumping iron. Many elders in those areas have had active sex lives well into their senior years.
Social Relations:
They are very rarely alone. Meals are enjoyed in the company of multi generations of family members and friends are treasured for life. Unplug yourself from Facebook, Twitter and online pseudo relationships on a regular basis and put yourself in the company of “real life” friends and family.
Quest for Learning:
It is said that when a person decides they no longer need to learn, they die. People who live alert and vital lives to 90 and beyond tend to stay curious and continue to pursue new areas of interest. This keeps their brains functioning and prevents the onset of dementia. Even though an elderly person may not be interested in solving crossword puzzles, they are still engaged in finding solutions to life’s challenges and aren’t the type to give up easily.
Smile:
If you look at some of the celebrities that have lived to be 90 or over, they’ve had a profound sense of humor and the ability to not take life as seriously as most.Laughter is one of the best ways to reduce stress.
Forgive & Forget:
People who live long tend to not be easily depressed and do not get hung up on the small stuff that causes anxiety in others. They are more laid back and adaptable.
