THE WAY OF LIVING TO 100 YEARS

Abstract

This study was designed to investigate the way of living to 100 years. The study was qualitative; the required data were derived from documents, non-participant observations, audiovisual materials, and in-depth interviews with ten key informants. The collected data were analyzed by categorizing, systematizing, interrelating, synthesizing, and summarizing.

The data analysis brought to light the facts specified below. The way of living to 100 years appeared to be the following: taking care of your mind, nurturing your soul, sustaining high energy, self-care, stress relief, connecting with multiple generations and circles of people, eating the right stuff, doing exercise to get your ESS (endurance, strength, structure) in shape, avoiding the leading causes of preventable death (such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease and Alzheimer’s), living in the area with a healthy environment (such as near the sea, near the hill, and in rural areas), saving smart for lifelong security and success, and seeking for the peace of mind and happiness.