“Unlock the Secrets: 21 Surprising Tips to Embrace Aging with Elegance!”
Some of these choices are mindset shifts, some are diet, supplements, and exercise tweaks, and still others are common sense (dental hygiene, anyone?). The one thing they all have in common is that it’s never too late to give them a try.
1. Eat Meals With Loved Ones
Eating meals with friends and family members has been shown to support aging well because it encourages social interaction. In fact, the word companion comes from “compaignon,” a French word meaning “one who breaks bread with another.” Maintaining strong social ties helps boost the immune system, something very important to maintain as you age.
The important ingredient here, though, is the people, not the food. You could get similar benefits from taking a road trip, joining a volunteer group, or learning a new skill, like salsa dancing at a local studio with friends, family, or neighbors.
2. Give “Conscious Aging” a Try
Have your most recent birthdays felt like a gut punch? Science tells us that it’s best to lean in and enjoy the ride rather than resist it. In fact, there’s a name for this: conscious aging. It means not buying into the myth of what certain ages should look or feel like. You’re more likely to celebrate life and proactively make the lifestyle changes necessary to look and feel your best at every age when you stop attaching judgment to what being “older” means. You’ll also live with greater intention and make decisions that bring you joy.
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3. Laugh
Laughter nourishes your soul. It brings levity into your day and helps lower stress levels, crucial to healthy aging. Check out a comedy show or a rom-com, watch your cat or dog go to town with a new toy—whatever makes you giggle is good for your health (and heart) at every age.
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