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 or hard to do on the list. A good reminder that...
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 than other age groups. Aging brings numerous other benefits, such as...
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 and 80. Less well known, apparently, is that life expectancy rises...
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 say are three key ways older adults can cultivate happiness.
With the right planning, retirement may actually improve health outcomes. The article shares the key factors to consider. Read the original post at www.ageist.com