A person’s lifespan is influenced by several factors, some of which are in our control and some of which aren’t.
A 90-year-old has shared what individuals should prioritise in their lives to help them live longer.
Gordan, a 90-year-old who spoke to YouTuber Evan Carmichael, advised focusing on “looking after your health” by avoiding bad habits.
He said: “You need to pay attention to your health and avoid bad habits like smoking or too much alcohol and fast food.”
In an interview on YouTube, Gordon advised people to pay attention to their health
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The nonagenarian believes that young people start prioritising their health and “pay attention to diet and exercise”.
He explained: “In the summertime when I was young, we were out playing until the sun went down, so we were always fit.
“I do not see that today. I see too many overweight youths and not enough physical activity.”
People need to start looking after their health; otherwise, “bad habits start eroding into it.” Gordan advised: “Regular check-ups as well are important.”
Content creator Evan asked the 90-year-old how people can remain motivated in their lives.
Gordan said: “Choose a path that makes sense for you. Stay focused and be committed to it.
“Be prepared to learn as you go along in case there are obstacles. You may have to learn from them and make a detour, but the ultimate goal is to stay focused.”
He added that it is important not to worry about what people think of you as this can “distract you from the path you’ve chosen for yourself”.
The nonagenarian encouraged people to pick a path to follow and commit to it
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Gordan stated: “You have to be sure that what people are thinking or saying is truly meaningful and there are no ulterior motives there. Spotting the difference comes with life experience, I think.”
In other longevity news, a woman who has lived past 100 years old credited reading as one of the reasons behind her long life.
Carole Roth, a 101-year-old who survived the Holocaust in 1945, shared on YouTube her journey through life.
She said: “When I was young, I was in danger. Now that I am old, I do not feel danger. I am very satisfied with my life and my age. I am very proud of myself, and have done a lot of things in my life.”
