Morning Habits of the Longest Living People in the World

Weoften talk about the morning routines of successful people, but it’s equally enlightening to explore how people in unique regions known as the Blue Zones (such as Ikaria, Greece; Loma Linda, California; Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; and Nicoya, Costa Rica) kickstart their days. These areas are notable for their high number of centenarians, people who often live to be 100 years old, as revealed by research. Author and adventurer Dan Buettner has made it his mission to study these regions and unveil the specific lifestyle practices that contribute to the remarkable health and longevity of their inhabitants. Their knowledge is shared to help others lead longer, healthier lives, and some of these practices can be incorporated into your morning routine. <h2>Discover your ‘ikigai’</h2> Inhabitants of these Blue Zones often find their ‘ikigai,’ which is the driving force that gets them out of bed every morning, making life more meaningful. Ikigai (生き甲斐) is a Japanese concept that translates to “a reason for being” or “a reason to wake up in the morning.” It represents a sense of purpose, fulfillment, and joy that comes from pursuing what you love or what gives your life meaning. Ikigai is essentially finding the intersection of what you are passionate about, what the world needs, what you can be paid for, and what you are good at. Here are some key aspects of ikigai: <a href="https://medium.com/illumination/morning-habits-of-the-longest-living-people-in-the-world-74997fb020aa">Website</a>