When I go back to the Caribbean, I'm always in awe of how happy, young and healthy everyone looks. People who I've known since I was a baby don't seem to have aged at all. They say the key to staying young and enjoying life is to be a good person with a big heart, but sometimes what's on the outside is equally important.
The Idea: Get outside. Many of us - especially those who live in seasonal climates - are tempted to hibernate in the cold months and only get out in the summer. But summer is only about 90 days long, so you're shortchanging yourself for 200+ days out of the year. Resist the temptation to stay indoors, even when it's raining or snowing. Lay on your back in the park and watch the snow fall; get drenched by a spring shower; go for a brisk walk when the temperature is lower than normal.
The Cost: The best things in life are free.
The Benefit: By making a concerted effort not to have any more missed opportunities (the days when it was "too cold" or "too hot" or "raining"), you can add at least a couple more years to your life. Besides, being out in nature keeps you young!
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