An easy-going personality may help to forestall cognitive decline as we age. Researchers from the Karolinska Institutet (Sweden) studied 506 older Swedes and found that those men and women who were socially outgoing and not easily distressed by circumstances were 49% less likely to develop dementia over time, as compared to those who were extroverted and neurotic. In addition, a calm personality was also associated with a 49% reduced dementia risk in those who were not socially active compared with those who were stay-at-homes but prone to distress.
Generally speaking, people with relaxed personalities tend to have a more stable mood and are better able to handle stressful situations with little anxiety. Try to take challenging situations in stride.
In Summary: How It All Comes Together I take care of the body by exercising and eating well in moderation, but I do not obsess over it. I obtain peace of mind through meditation, reducing stress and accepting whatever happens. Finally, I think of God as often as possible throughout the day. Whenever you think of God that is meditation. BTW, remember to Laugh A Lot. That is very important for the soul. My motto: “Life Is An Adventure Of The Spirit - Enjoy It.”
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