Let the Stars Point the Way to a Long and Prosperous Life By Chris Orestis
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There are two forms of age — chronological and physical — and they are not always the same. On the morning of Oct. 13, William A person like William Shatner has the Shatner, who became an icon as Capt. James T. chronological age of 90, but his physical age Kirk in Star Trek, boldly went where no man is much younger. In fact, there are epigenetic at the age of 90 has ever gone before as he was tests people can use that can show them their launched in a Blue Origin rocket out of Earth’s actual physical age is different from their atmosphere. chronological age. If anyone saw footage of him in press And the good news is it’s never too late conferences, or in training, or just ascending to start making changes that will improve the multiple levels of stairs to enter the space a person’s health (and their finances). Based capsule, he looked like someone in their 60s or on how a person lives, they can even modify 70s. How is it that someone his age can be so these differences with smart lifestyle choices. spry and actually be launched into space? If someone quits smoking, starts working Well, there is a common thread with him out, improves their diet, and reduces stress in and many other iconic figures who are well into Photo credit: Raph_PH, Flickr.com. their life, they can set the clock back on their their “senior” years but seem to be eternally From left, Chuck Leavell, Mick Jagger, and Ronnie Wood physical age. young: They have all achieved balance in their of the Rolling Stones on stage It has been proven over and over that lives among finances, health, and their lifestyles in London. aging is not a one-way ticket to poor health, lived with passion and purpose. loneliness, boredom, and a declining quality of For example, Mick Jagger, 78, has just th life. The ability to adapt to the inevitability of changes launched a global 50 anniversary tour with the in almost all areas of life is one of the most important Rolling Stones. Paul McCartney is 79 and continues to ingredients to aging with success. put out records and tour the world, playing shows that Living a life making smart investments in financial, can last up to four hours. physical, and lifestyle health will culminate in a wellClint Eastwood is 90 and just directed and starred balanced retirement. A person doesn’t need to be a in his latest movie; he has now been in more than 60 star to make the right choices that will let them live movies over his career. Helen Mirren is an Academy like one. If Mick Jagger can rock the stage at 78, and Award-winning actress who, at age 76, is still making William Shatner can literally fly among the stars at age movies, with exciting things to come out in 2022. 90, then there are lessons we can all learn about how What do they all have in common? First of all, none to live a long, healthy, and meaningful life well into of them needs the money. They are pursuing their retirement. passions and determined to keep going full steam ahead Voyagers have looked to the stars to navigate their for as long as they can. way for eons, and people can look to these stars as They all operate with a mindset that age is just examples of what is possible as they navigate their way a number and that living with purpose, a positive through the years. attitude, and the ability to adapt to the constantly Photo credit: Super Festivals from Ft. Lauderdale, USA, Flickr.com. changing conditions of life can keep them much William Shatner at GalaxyCon Richmond Chris Orestis, known as the “Retirement Genius,” is younger than their years. in 2020. president of LifeCare Xchange and a nationally recognized These stars and many others now talk about how healthcare expert and senior advocate. He has 25 years’ they have made changes in their lives to eat healthier, experience in the insurance and long-term care industries and is the author of Help on exercise more, spend more time with their loved ones, and remain active, the Way and A Survival Guide to Aging. pursuing their passions. They have also been smart about their money.
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