Over the last several years I have read many books on health and one of my favorites is “Older & Wiser” by Richard M. Restak, M.D.
Here are a few factors for healthy aging from Richard Restak:
- Education
- Curiosity
- Energy
- Keeping Busy
- Regular Physical Activity
- Acceptance of unavoidable limitations
- Seeking out diversity and Novelty
- Keeping up with friends and a social life
- Spending time with younger people
What it boils down to is keeping yourself physically healthy, using your mind and keeping a positive and cheery mood.
Get out of the house to lunch with friends. Read something that challenges you and travel whenever you get a chance.
Don’t ever stop learning because education enables you to extend your life. There are lots of opportunities for late-life learning so always ask questions and be curious .
“I often tell people who neglect the opportunity for additional learning and education that they are living in a house with five rooms that they have yet to visit.” Quoted from “Older & Wiser”
I’ve talked to many widows that have grown wiser from the pain of living a life of loss. There is a lot of wisdom out there to be shared so please add to this post by including your advice on how to grow older & wiser in a healthy way.
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