Hope and happiness are in short supply in these stressful times. But there is more inspiration to draw from than meets the eye. This is a period in history, clearly, that calls on the energy and imagination of all generations. We all need to be listening to and interacting with each other in order to improve… Continue reading Four Ways to Cultivate Happiness in the World — Even Now!
Tag: Aging Well
Improving Lifespan Predictions and the Scientific Understanding of Aging
By studying the effect of genetic variations on lifespan across the human genome — that is, the complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism — an international group of researchers have devised a way to estimate whether a person can expect to live longer or shorter than average. The team… Continue reading Improving Lifespan Predictions and the Scientific Understanding of Aging
5 Lies We Tell Ourselves That Age Us
You and I know there’s nothing wrong with getting older. You’ve lived through important experiences and every year is worth celebrating. But if you’re like many women, it’s not just the idea of getting older that bothers you. What bothers you is the worry that you might lose yourself or be forgotten or overlooked because… Continue reading 5 Lies We Tell Ourselves That Age Us
You Are Never Too Old for the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet is a secret of long life for elderly. These are the conclusions of a study by the Department of Epidemiology and Prevention of the I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed, in Molise, Italy, published in August 2018 the British Journal of Nutrition. Researchers analyzed the relationship between the traditional Mediterranean diet and mortality in a sample… Continue reading You Are Never Too Old for the Mediterranean Diet
16 Going on 66: Will You Be the Same Person 50 Years from Now?
How much do you change between high school and retirement? The answer depends on whether you’re comparing yourself to others or to your younger self. The results of a 2018 study done at the University of Houston, the first to test how personality might change over 50 years and relying on the same data source… Continue reading 16 Going on 66: Will You Be the Same Person 50 Years from Now?
You’re Only as Old as You Think and Do
Could increasing your physical activity or feeling more in control of your life be the secret to staying young? Employing these simple strategies may help older adults feel younger and that, in turn, could help improve their cognitive abilities, longevity, and overall quality of life, according to research presented at the 2018 annual convention of… Continue reading You’re Only as Old as You Think and Do
Improving Heart Health Could Prevent Frailty in Old Age
Research done in 2018 has shown that older people with very low heart disease risks also have very little frailty, raising the possibility that frailty could be prevented. The largest study of its kind, led by the University of Exeter in the UK, found that even small reductions in risk factors helped to reduce frailty,… Continue reading Improving Heart Health Could Prevent Frailty in Old Age
6 Rules You Should Break about Getting Older
Social “rules” are all around us—little norms about dress or behaviors that we follow without even realizing it. And when you age, those rules get a bit stricter: You’re told what to wear, how to eat, and even what to do with your time. Luckily, you don’t have to follow all of those guidelines. Listed… Continue reading 6 Rules You Should Break about Getting Older
Everyday Activities Are Associated with More Gray Matter in the Brains of Older Adults
Higher levels of lifestyle physical activity such as house cleaning, walking a dog and gardening as well as exercise are associated with more gray matter in the brains of older adults, according to a study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center and published in The Journal of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences on February 14th 2018.… Continue reading Everyday Activities Are Associated with More Gray Matter in the Brains of Older Adults
Perceptions of Old Age Change as We Age
Does life really begin at 40? Is 50 the new 30? For people in these age groups, the answer appears to be yes. But for young adults in their teens and early 20s, turning 50 equates to hitting old age, according a February 2018 study of more than a half-million Americans led by a Michigan… Continue reading Perceptions of Old Age Change as We Age
Wisdom at the End of Life
Wisdom is typically considered to be the fruit of a long life, the accumulation of experiences lived and lessons learned. In recent years, scientists have created a consensus definition of wisdom as a complex trait with several inter-related components, such as compassion, emotional regulation, spirituality and tolerance. For a paper published January 24th 2018 in… Continue reading Wisdom at the End of Life
Redefining Knowledge of Elderly People Throughout History
An archaeologist from The Australian National University (ANU) is set to redefine what we know about elderly people in cultures throughout history, and dispel the myth that most people didn’t live much past 40 prior to modern medicine. A release from the university explains that Christine Cave, a PhD Scholar with the ANU School of… Continue reading Redefining Knowledge of Elderly People Throughout History
Scientists Decipher Mechanisms Underlying the Biology of Aging
Understanding the factors that control aging has been one of humanity’s endless pursuits, from the mystical fountain of youth to practical healthful regimens to prolong life expectancy. A team of scientists at the University of California San Diego has helped decipher the dynamics that control how our cells age, and with it implications for extending… Continue reading Scientists Decipher Mechanisms Underlying the Biology of Aging
Never Stop Cultivating Yourself
Self-cultivation is “making yourself.” It’s a process of choosing who you will be and then becoming that person. To put it another way, it’s a process of discovering yourself and creating your own destiny. Therefore, continuous self-development is essential in the journey of a life lived in pursuit of fulfilment and completion, not only for… Continue reading Never Stop Cultivating Yourself
5 Tips to Help America’s Aging Population Stay Healthier and Happier
As we age, most of us better understand our abilities and our limitations, helping us make better decisions. We understand that nutrition and exercise play a vital role in how we feel, and that looking after ourselves on a daily basis can help us feel younger as we age, and younger than our true age.… Continue reading 5 Tips to Help America’s Aging Population Stay Healthier and Happier
60 is the new 30
Oh my Lord it finally happened! Do you remember when you were a kid, and you thought a 60-year-old person was about as close to death is anyone you could imagine? Do you remember 30 years ago, when many 60-year-olds were barely able to function in the competitive business world? To be in shape? To… Continue reading 60 is the new 30
Understanding the Effects of DNA Damage in Order to Make Healthy Aging Possible
The heredity substance DNA is the blueprint of our life. Like an instruction manual, it contains all the information needed for cells and the body to function properly. In the process, the DNA is always exposed to threats like UV light, pollutants and damage by metabolic byproducts. Many of those damages can be undone by… Continue reading Understanding the Effects of DNA Damage in Order to Make Healthy Aging Possible
Method That Determines Cell Age More Accurately Could Help Elderly Patients
Sure, you know how old you are, but what about your cells? Are they the same age? Are they older, younger? Why does it matter? Led by scientists at the Johns Hopkins University, a team of researchers is reporting progress in developing a method to accurately determine the functional age of cells, a step that… Continue reading Method That Determines Cell Age More Accurately Could Help Elderly Patients