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With Life Think LONGER and BETTER

“A study by the Danish Aging Research Center is projecting that half of the babies born in the U.S. today are likely to live past 100″ writes my colleague, Stormy Becker Falso from Georgia. Think of it – more than … Continue reading

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If we are as young as we feel are we as old as we think?

You’ve probably heard the saying, “you’re as young as you feel“. Research suggests that this is truer than we might realize; our thoughts about aging can affect how we age. The benefits of positive perceptions of aging include the following: … Continue reading

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Humorous and insightful quotes on aging

“How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you were?”  ~ Satchel Paige “Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.” ~ Betty Friedan “At thirty, man suspects himself a fool; Knows … Continue reading

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Playing cards may benefit mental health

GO FISH anyone? New research suggests that playing cards may help preserve mental health. A 12/13/2012 PRWEB article republished by the San Francisco Chronicle (SFGATE.com) states, ”The Project for Natural Health Choices Inc. encourages playing cards and board games as these … Continue reading

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Can human beings really live to be 1,000?

A study published in 2000 by the American Psychological Association found that “religious involvement was significantly associated with lower mortality.” Similarly, a study published in The American Journal of Public Health in 1997 found that frequent religious attendance reduced mortality. Researchers suspect some of … Continue reading

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