In a world where distraction is everywhere and multitasking is common practice, it seems obvious that our presence in the moment is compromised. What is the impact of not being present and how does that affect our...
Lifespan is the number of years someone lives from birth until death, while healthspan is the number of years someone is healthy without chronic and debilitating disease.
As the article points out, "It is important to approach the...
People with strong relationships live longer, and they’re happier and healthier too, according to an 85-year Harvard study. The longest study of happiness ever conducted concludes that “social fitness” is as important as physical fitness.
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The article begins: "Tell me, what else should I have done? Doesn’t everything die at last, and too soon? Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?
This, the final...
New research suggests that eight simple lifestyle habits can have a significant, positive impact on one’s life expectancy. Researchers find that people who adopt eight healthy lifestyle habits by middle age could live substantially longer.
Nothing earth shattering...
Key points highlighted in the article:
Many young and middle-aged adults assume that old age is an unhappy time. This stereotype is not supported by research.
Contrary to the stereotypes, older adults are generally happier and more mentally stable...
A significant share of older Americans underestimate how long their retirement is going to last: i.e., how long they are going to live. Most people are aware that the average American lives to an age between 75...
A large body of research backs up the idea that people get happier as they age. TV and movies have long portrayed older characters as grumpy and unhappy. But the reality is often very different.
Learn what experts...
With the right planning, retirement may actually improve health outcomes.
The article shares the key factors to consider.
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The article shares some great takeaways from a study done by the Stanford Center for Longevity-it looks at where the culture is headed, and how we can stay engaged, healthy, and content for decades to come.
The multiyear...