IKIGAI: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life.
IKIGAI The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. --- Hector Garcia And Francesc Miralles The art of staying young while growing old. Our ikigai is the reason we get up in the morning – says people of Okinawa, the island with most centenarians in the world. Having a clearly defined Ikigai, brings satisfaction, meaning and happiness to our lives. Don’t retire : Many Japanese people never retire, they keep on doing what they love as long as their health allows. Eternal Youth: The Okinawa people live much longer, have fewer chronic illnesses, have less rate of dementia and fewer free radicals. Keys to Longevity: Diet, exercise, finding a purpose in life(Ikigai) and forming strong social ties. Food/Drinks : Consume little meat or processed foods and drink alcohol in moderation. Exercise: Move, take walks rather than drive and Gardening which