Psychology: Late Adulthood

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Benef i ts of Successful aging - Higher Self -Est eem - Great er Em ot ional St abil i t y - Brain plast icit y - Clearer pr ior it ies - Wiser perspect ive

Percept ions of Successful Aging

When it comes down to aging well, many people tend to visualize an old person with a youthful look. However, true successful aging is more so about your ability to perform at an adequate level of physical functioning without any health concerns. Most people who aged successfully, took care of themselves mentally, emotionally, and most importantly physically. If you are not putting your health before your preferences in terms of what you eat, you will be disadvantaged later on in life. Successful aging is all about living in the moment rather than filling yourself with anxiety and pessimism on a daily basis.

Resources for successful Aging - Healt hy Eat ing - A loving com m unit y - Posit ive Self -t alk - Exercising - Involvem ent in social act ivit ies - Frequent Vacat ions - Opt im ism Towards Fut ure

St rat egies for Healt hy l iving

- Cut down on excessive food portions, especially carbohydrates - Drink much more water for better hydration - Walk or jog for at least a mile four to five times a week - Stretch everyday - Watch positive content - Listen to positive content