Prescription for Aging
A Prescription for Aging
Follow these tips for exercising your mind and body for a healthier, happier life
By Sherwin Nuland, M.D.Dr. Sherwin Nuland, M.D., the author of The Art of Aging, shares some tips for a healthier life.
1. Exercise your mind. Read anything, from your daily paper to the works of Dickens or Karen Armstrong. Do crossword puzzles, visit museums, sign up for a class at the YMCA or local college.
2. Exercise your body. Join a gym. It may be challenging, but you'll find something you enjoy—walking, swimming, even dancing. You'll be amazed at how every success leads to another.
3. Exercise your compassion. One of the great things about growing older is that we grow more compassionate. Tell people in your life how much you care about them. Show others you're interested in what they have to say. You'll become a better listener.
4. Stay connected. Social networks really contribute to the quality of our lives. Staying active at church, synagogue and in our communities helps keep us connected to one another. And remember how much you mean to those who love you.
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