I live on the water. I live in a neighborhood that's consummately connected to my neighbors. I bump into them every day. I can bike to work. Dan Buettner bikebumpconnect Change image and share on social
A long healthy life is no accident. It begins with good genes, but it also depends on good habits. Dan Buettner accidentbegindepend Change image and share on social
None of the longest-lived people ran marathons or pumped iron. They live exactly as their grandparents before them - surrounded by family and friends. Dan Buettner familyfriendgrandparent Change image and share on social
Centenarians are still living near their children and feel loved and the expectation to love. Instead of being mere recipients of care, they are contributors to the lives of their families. They grow gardens to contribute vegetables, they continue to cook and clean. Dan Buettner carecentenarianchild share on social
Select your friendships carefully. Gather people around you who will reinforce your lifestyle. Dan Buettner carefullyfriendshipgather Change image and share on social
Walking is the only way proven to stave off cognitive decline - it works. Dan Buettner cognitivedeclineprove Change image and share on social
Diet and supplements and exercise programs aren't what is achieving longevity. Having a faith-based community can add four to 14 years. Dan Buettner achieveaddbase Change image and share on social
Serve yourself, put the food away, then eat. Dan Buettner eatfoodput Change image and share on social
One of the big things I've learned is that there's an advantage to regular low-intensity activity. Dan Buettner activityadvantagebig Change image and share on social
The people you surround yourself with influence your behaviors, so choose friends who have healthy habits. Dan Buettner behaviorchoosefriend Change image and share on social
