There’s an old saying I’ve never particularly liked: “When my time’s up, my time’s up.” Really? I’m not convinced. Of course, there are things we cannot control. I could walk out of my front door tomorrow and get hit by the proverbial bus. Life comes with no guarantees. But assuming I successfully avoid the bus, I don’t believe we are simply passive passengers … [Read more...]
The Key Elements to Longevity and Well-Being | Interview with Gowri Reddy Rocco M.D.
I interviewed Gowri Reddy Rocco M.D., a double-board certified physician and wellness and longevity expert. She is the author of the book Growing Younger: Restore Your Hormones, Energy and Sex Drive. Dr. Rocco specializes in functional/regenerative medicine. She incorporates lifestyle modification rather than just taking prescriptions for her patients so they will feel … [Read more...]
98-Year-Old Elaine LaLanne’s Jumping Jack Challenge | Interview
I had the privilege of interviewing 98-year-old Elaine LaLanne. If you are a Baby Boomer, you will remember watching her and her husband Jack LaLanne on television for 34 years. He was one of America’s first fitness exercise gurus, and he always started his show doing jumping jacks. Elaine is still going strong at almost 100. Watch our delightful and super-inspiring … [Read more...]
Why You Should Start Blue Zoning for Better Health and Longevity
I wrote a post about Tips to Live to a Ripe Old Age but then watched a five-part series called “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” with Dan Buettner on Netflix. I’ve been fascinated by the Blue Zones and his writings ever since I started this blog in 2012. If you haven’t seen the series yet, I highly recommend it. I’ve written many posts on the topic of longevity as … [Read more...]
How the Japanese Concept of Ikigai Can Add Purpose and Balance to Your Life
I originally wrote this post about the Japanese concept of Ikigai on Sixty and Me but wanted to repost it here as I feel it is important to improving one's quality of life and longevity. Are you doing what you love and have a purpose that propels you to get up in the morning and pursue it? It’s believed that having a reason for being will extend your longevity and help you … [Read more...]