• Our neurons start to age while we are still in our twenties This process is slowed, however, by intellectual activity, curiosity, and a desire to learn. Dealing with new situations, learning something new every day, playing games, and interacting with other people seem to be essential anti-aging strategies for the mind.
• Presented with new information, the brain creates new connections and is revitalized. This is why it is so important to expose yourself to change, even if stepping outside your comfort zone means feeling a bit of anxiety.

Hara Hachi bu - Fill your belly to 80%

• A small dose of stress is a positive thing, as those who live with low levels of stress tend to develop healthier habits, smokeless, and drink less.
• Be active, don't be seated too much.
• Whenever possible use your body instead of technology, which will keep u active. (for ex: use stairs, walking)
• Get the right amount of sleep

He who has a why to live for can bear with almost anyhow

• We all have the capacity to do noble or terrible things. the side of the equation we end up on depends on our decisions, not on the condition in which we find ourselves.

• Morita Theory :

  1. Accept your feelings: We don't create our feelings; they simply come to us, and we have to accept them. the trick is welcoming them.
  2. Do what you should be doing: We shouldn't focus on eliminating symptoms, because recovery will come on its own. we should focus instead on the present moment.
  3. Discover your life purpose: We can't control our emotions, but we can take charge of our actions every day. What do we need to be doing right now? What action should we be taking?

• Naikan Meditation :

  1. What have I received from person X?
  2. What have I given to person X?
  3. What problems have I caused person X?

• If you are angry and want to fight, think about it for three days before coming to blow. After three days the intense desire to fight will pass on its own.

You have to accept that the world - like the people who live In it - is imperfect, but that it is still full of opportunities for growth and achievement.