How to Live to Be a Hundred Such activities as walking and gardening prolong life because they are "non- intensive"forms of all-over bodily movement. A calm temperament favors longevity.But relaxation does not contradict the idea of passionate interest.Indeed,zest for living,eagerness to pursue chosen subjects are vital in long life. Being successful is a great life-stretcher.But in gaining success,inviduals should not overstress themselves. Long-lived inviduals seem to be more concerned with what they do than who they are. In personal habits,the long-lived are generally moderate.A mixed diet seems to favor longevity. Most long-lived people have a sense of self-discipline. A sense of humor,impishness,a feeling that life is fun,are strong weapons against aging. Finally,the healthiest solution is to accept that ones span on the earth is limited and then to live every day,in the present,and to be full. |