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Relationships
can refer to an emotional connection
between people or mutual
dealings in business.
All types of relationships can be difficult
at times,
so choose them wisely.
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| Keep Social Connections |
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 Stay in touch with friends…laughter, good memories and good
times will keep you young. Maintain several close friendships, other
than your immediate family. Go shopping or to lunch with a friend,
or to church, a play or a movie. It's nice to know that you have
friends you can call. To avoid feeling isolated, keep your social
connections as you grow older.
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| Marry Well |
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While the phrase "marry well" is typically used to describe people who marry someone rich, we are talking about something entirely different: genetics. Apparently, longevity genes can be inherited. According to a February 2005 study in Mechanisms of Aging and Development, exceptional longevity and healthy aging is an inherited phenotype across three generations. So, for the bachelors out there deciding between a few women, pick the one whose grandparents are still alive. Of course, this won't make you live longer, but it might help your children. Source: Forbes.com
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| Family Ties |
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According to research, people with strong family ties and religious
faith are much more likely to live beyond their 100th birthday. Families
these days are mobile and are often scattered across the country,
or even across the globe. Do your best not to lose touch and to be
there for one another. Use the internet to your advantage and stay
connected with email and photo sharing.
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| Create Healthy Relationships |
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 Healthy relationships with others require balancing the energies
of caring, honesty, respect, intimacy, and perspective. Put yourself
on the frequencies to have healthy relationships with others throughout
your life. Maintain social interaction and stay in contact with family, friends, and neighbors.
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| Maybe You Shouldn't Retire Early |
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Work requires you to have social contact, use your mind, and get
some exercise, all of which promote health and longevity. And doing
something you enjoy can contribute to better mental health. A
paycheck can help you take better care of yourself. Even part time
work and volunteering provide the same benefits, so think twice before
retiring early.
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| Men - Take Note |
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Burning 200 calories daily, for example by taking a brisk 2 mile
walk, reduces impotence.
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| Choose Your Friends
Wisely |
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 Spend
time with individuals who fill your life rather than drain it. As
the saying goes, "Choose your friends wisely, for you will tend
to be like them." Many people are takers and give nothing to the
relationship. Identify them, cross them off your list, and spend your
time with friends who will be honest and supportive through thick and
thin.
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| Get Closer |
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 Couples
who have make love at least three times a week look more than 10
years younger than the average adult who makes love twice a week,
says consultant neuro-psychologist Dr David Weeks, who has made a
10-year study of the subject. "Pleasure derived from lovemaking is
a crucial factor in preserving youth. It makes us happy and produces
chemicals telling us so," he
claims.
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| Realistic Relationships |
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Expecting too much from your spouse or significant other can weaken the bond and sabotage the health and happiness of your relationship. Having realistic, positive expectations for the relationship could help make it stronger. Expect the best of one another and keep expectations realistic.
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| Find a Hobby Buddy |
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Human beings are inherently social animals, and part of our well-being depends on having others we can rely on and relate to in our lives. Cultivate relationships with those who share similar outlooks, hobbies, and a love of life as you do.
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| Find Someone to Love |
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Whether it's your spouse, a child, your parents, a friend or even a pet, having a person you love and that loves you back can have an incredibly positive impact on your health and well being.
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| Don't Live Alone |
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Humans are highly social animals, and as you age, being around others, especially those who stimulate you, can do wonders for your health and well-being.
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| Join a Church, Club or Group |
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Becoming part of a group, whether it's with a church, a community center, or just a small book club, can give you valuable social interaction as well as help you learn something new and keep your brain active and engaged.
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| Workout with a Friend |
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Working out alone can be tedious, so bring a friend along to motivate you and keep you company. You'll not only get in better shape, but you'll get valuable and enjoyable social interaction at the same time.
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