According to reports, there is a longevity village in Guangxi where the centenarians look smart and strong, with sharp hearing and clear vision. They can even climb mountains and cross rivers without any signs of aging. People are amazed by the centenarians in the longevity village and are also pondering: what makes them stay healthy and energetic even after reaching the age of 100?
It can be affirmed that their longevity is related to their living environment. At the same time, it is also inseparable from their regular engagement in farming, household chores, kindness towards others, and open-mindedness. In modern times, many children believe that after a lifetime of hard work, their parents should enjoy a comfortable life in their old age. However, the fact is that simply staying at home can have a negative impact on the elderly's mental well-being. We should not force the elderly to do things that we think are good for them, while neglecting their true needs. Instead, we should respect their wishes and engage them in household chores that they are capable of doing and align with their interests and aspirations, as this is beneficial for their physical and mental health. A survey has shown that almost all long-lived individuals stay active until their old age. As the saying goes, "life is movement."
"Use it or lose it" is not only a rule of biological evolution but also the secret to healthy longevity. Many long-lived individuals from ancient times to the present, regardless of nationality, have proven the truth of "the diligent live long, the lazy die young". This is because physical labor can strengthen muscle strength, improve the body's resistance, effectively improve blood circulation, promote the brain to maintain normal functions, and coordinate joint flexibility.
More precisely, a person's degree of aging depends not only on their physiological age but also on their psychological age. Therefore, every elderly person should maintain a mental state of staying young, and regularly give themselves positive mental suggestions - "I am not old". Live each day with a youthful mindset, and approach work and life with vitality.
Warm reminder:
While paying attention to the physical health of the elderly, we should also focus on their mental health. Take the time to communicate regularly with the elderly, in order to understand their thoughts and needs in a timely manner. Help them have a correct understanding of changes in objective conditions, adapt to these changes, and adjust their lifestyles. Maintain an optimistic mindset and positive emotions, and use a proactive and healthy attitude to enjoy their later years.
