They’re fairly universal. They almost always eat sparingly, for starters. The legendary Hong Kong based filmmaker and businessman Run Run Shaw had a career lasting from 1925 all the way to 2012, living to be 106. He ate little, avoided alcohol and exercised daily. He also made sure to disconnect from work and have a holiday at least once a year.
Basically, one needs goals to occupy the mind with. A fulfilling job helps. Eating moderation is helpful, too — I’ve never seen an obese centenarian. Family is another worthwhile investment; Mr. Run Run Shaw, for instance, had four children and lived long enough to see his children’s children having families of their own. It grounds the mind and often provides some measure of acceptance of mortality, when one has a legacy of sorts. Films made, books written, children raised, friendships cherished…
People who live extremely long lives have consistent habits, too. They might read the same newspaper each morning. Start each day with a cup of coffee or tea, or have a small glass of wine at night or a dinner with the entire family once a week. People with erratic and chaotic lifestyles don’t generally live extremely long lives.
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