According to ancient legends and traditions, since time immemorial, mankind has been striving to increase life expectancy and uncover the secret of eternal youth. Remember at least medieval alchemists or folk tales about rejuvenating apples. In our age, science has long defeated prejudices, but despite this fact, the struggle against the signs of aging and old age as such does not stop. But do not forget that youth is not some special gift, but just a special state of mind and body. And before looking for an answer to the question of how not to grow old, let's try to understand how to stay young as long as possible.
Youth - what is it: numbers in a passport or a state of mind?
Look at any stranger, and, mentally compiling his verbal portrait, you will immediately conclude for yourself whether he is young or old. For the most part, we “judge by clothes”, or rather, we evaluate by appearance. Wrinkles, sagging skin, stoop - all these are signs of venerable age. However, it can often be said even about peers that one is “only 40”, and the other is “already 35 years old”. Feel the difference?
Explanatory dictionaries also do not give an exact definition of the word "youth". Most often, it is deciphered as a combination of physiological, age and psychological qualities of a person. Youth is he alth, vitality, energy and attractive appearance. Surely you have at least a few times in your life seen middle-aged and elderly people, easy-going, positive and incredibly active. At the same time, sometimes you can see twenty-year-olds walking through life hunched over, with dead eyes and without the desire to move once again. From this comparison, one can draw a simple conclusion: the secret of youth is in no way connected with biological age.
Positive and active lifestyle
Don't want to grow old? Train yourself to positive thinking. Scientists from different countries have long proven that negative emotions not only worsen the quality of life, but also bring aging closer. Even wrinkles appear more often in those who frown a lot and smile a little. What about the fact that laughter prolongs life? Turns out it's true - feel free to watch comedy and tell jokes to your friends if it really gives you pleasure.
Youth is lightness and natural curiosity. Today, even in small towns, a lot of interesting events are regularly held. Go to concerts, plays, exhibitions and museums. Read regularly, keep up with the latest movies, and don't be afraid to discover new genres of music.
It's never too late to learn
Probably everyoneone of us heard from our own parents or other representatives of the older generation something like: “Well, where should I go now … I wish I were 10 years younger …” A person who thinks in this way has simply forgotten the difference between youth and old age. In no case should your age affect your lifestyle and decision making. You can start playing sports, learn a new profession, move to another city or country even at a very respectable age. And the secret lies in the fact that whoever is young at heart simply does not think about the number of years lived. It is also important at the same time to learn not to pay attention to the opinions of others, and first of all do not listen to those who say that your age does not allow you to do something. Be sure to get yourself a hobby, or you can have several different ones. And no matter how old you are, it's up to you to decide what it will be: parachuting or creating handmade designer jewelry.
Can physical aging be delayed?
Preservation of youth is a significant work not only on one's own consciousness and attitude, but also special care for one's own body. There are many ways to delay biological aging. In this case, we are not talking about some magical biological additives or expensive salon procedures. The first secret is regular care. Do not neglect the basic rules of personal hygiene, use cleansing lotions and moisturizers from a young age.
If your goal is eternal youth, it is useful to start from the age of 20-25regularly do facial massage and nourishing masks. Of course, if you have not acquired such a useful habit earlier, you can start at a later age. Take care of the he alth of the body - regular walks, moderate physical activity - this is what each of us needs.
Without he alth - nowhere
In order to always be active and full of strength, you must have a sufficient supply of internal strength and always feel good. Real youth is he alth and well-being. Try to get enough sleep and enough rest, watch your diet. If you have any bad habits, you should not get too carried away with them. He alth care also includes regular visits to specialists. As soon as you feel any changes in your own well-being, it's time to make an appointment and find out what the problem is. Do not forget about regular sports, hardening and increasing endurance.
Useful tips for every day
Striving for inner harmony, without thinking about your own age, try to find what makes you truly happy. Getting up in the morning, be sure to thank fate for this new day. Please yourself with little things - let it be a cup of delicious tea, a spontaneous walk or a meeting with friends.
It is believed that eternal youth is the ability to communicate with people of any age on an equal footing. Observing this rule, remember that a woman who has already managed to celebrate her fortieth birthday will neverwill look 20 years old. But it is quite possible to talk confidentially with your own daughter or a neighbor several decades younger. At the same time, try not to be smart, but just communicate on an equal footing, and you will be surprised to notice how much you have in common with people of all ages.
Remember, the youthfulness of the skin is not the main thing, the state of mind is much more important. We wish you to always feel like 18 years old and live up to them in every way.
