Cornell University professor Carl Pielemer conducted a survey 1,500 people aged 70 to 100 years and older. During studies he asked older people about their life experiences and secrets of a successful life. The results of the survey, as well as its analysis, formed the basis of the book “30 Lessons for Life: Tested and True advice from the wisest Americans ”(30 Lessons for Living: Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans), writes Harvard Gazette. 1. Remember that life is short. 
Photo from open sources Zhvanetsky: “Old age is like an electric train. There, she’s still there, and here she’s already. “Conversation with housewives, entrepreneurs and even with the former pilot, Pilemer began with simple question: “What is the most important conclusion you made for your a life?” During the meeting, respondents were also asked questions about their family life, children, money, work, aging and health. Surprisingly, most participants noted the transience of life.
2. About a career? Do what you like. 
Photos from open sources Although many respondents survived difficult economic times, they did not advise the young to find stable and well-paid work. Instead, they said: “Do only what you like.” Remembering the short duration life, everyone advised to find a job that would bring joy, sense of satisfaction and was helpful. In their opinion, should not spend time on something you don’t like, even for a few years.
3. Healthy lifestyle? Treat your body as you would as if you are going to use it until 100 years old.
A photo from open sources In the presence of modern medical An unhealthy lifestyle does not mean a quick death. More often of all, this means a reduction in a pleasant life in old age. Instead tips on “regular eating vegetables”, “long sleep,” and “Smoking cessation” study participants constantly emphasized: “Treat your body as if you were going to use it until 100 years old. ” People who have an unhealthy image lives tend to suffer 20, 30 or 40 years from chronic diseases.
4. The biggest regret? Pointless anxiety. 
Photos from open sources When asked about the greatest regret the elderly did not recall novels on the side, addiction to something or a dubious business. They almost unanimously answered: “Too bad I spent so much time worrying.”
5. Happiness? Do not connect your happiness with something. Be happy, no matter what.
A photo from open sources Another important tip is related to responsibility for their own happiness. And although it sounds like cliche, people who have lived their life firmly believe in the following: “Young people tend to think that you can be happy if only something will happen. Getting older, you understand that we must be happy no matter what. ”
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