Longevity: Not Just a Numbers Game

Maintaining cognitive function is crucial for independence and quality of life as we age. Declining mental acuity can often lead to frustrations and a decrease in life satisfaction, so we must proactively take action to keep our brains sharp.

Action for today:

Consciously switch to your non-dominant hand, for tasks such as cleaning your teeth, holding your coffee etc. This helps the neuroplasticity of your brain; its ability to heal and retrain itself.

Physical health is of course the foundation for the number of years in our lives. Simple habits can help us remain mobile, independent, and full of energy; as well as keeping healthcare costs down.

Action for today:

Take a 10-minute walk after dinner to aid digestion and boost metabolism. Download October’s Calendar for more daily body boosts.

Our emotional well-being is essential for resilience, and neglecting it can lead to anxiety, depression, and a reduced quality of life. As well as keeping us emotionally balanced, mindfulness practices, such as breathwork and meditation, have longevity benefits too.

Deep, rhythmic breathing can stimulate the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune function, and some research has also linked controlled breathing to a delayed shortening of telomere length (a biomarker for longevity). 

Action for today:

3 minutes of coherent breathing: inhale and exhale slowly through your nose for equal counts of about 5-6 seconds each, with no pause between breaths. Aim for a rhythm of about 5 cycles per minute, focusing on smooth and relaxed breaths.

If you want to take it to the next level, sign up for a deep, transformational breathwork session locally or online.

Thank you for reading the.Zee and remember, days shouldn't be counted, but made to count,

Simon