Notes

How do you develop positive aging?
Key factors for positive ageing
Being adaptable and embracing change.
Having a sense of humour.
Being determined.
Staying optimistic.
Wanting to maintain social relationships.
Learning to live with limitations.
Being aware of the need to make the most of what you have.
A desire to live a quality life.



Stay physically active by doing at least 30 minutes of movement or exercise every day.
Exercise your brain by engaging in mentally challenging activities, and never stop learning new things.
Adopt an overall healthy lifestyle by eating healthfully, getting enough sleep, managing weight, and not drinking in excess or smoking.
Stay connected to other people by nurturing relationships with your spouse or partner, family, friends, neighbors, and others in your community, including young people.
Create positive emotions for yourself by practicing positive emotion exercises and learning to feel good about your age.
Don’t sweat the small stuff; accept what you cannot do, and ask for help when needed.
Set goals for yourself and take control of the steps needed to achieve them.
Minimize life stress; practice healthy coping techniques, and learn to relax and unwind.
Have regular medical check-ups, take advantage of health screenings, and engage in healthy preventive behaviors.