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The wise don't wait to enjoy the view from the top

...they recognize the beauty in the journey

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WizeDaily
November 21, 2023

In today’s email 🧙

● Friends and family - the secret to a Longer, Happier Life?

● The wise don't wait to enjoy the view from the top

Health

Turns out, a little dose of family and friends every month might just be the magic potion for a longer, healthier life.

Researchers from the University of Glasgow did some serious digging with data from over 450,000 people, and here's the scoop.

They found that if you're cruising through life without a monthly dose of friend or family time, your risk of dying earlier increases!

The folks who never got a visit from pals or family had a 39% higher chance of bidding farewell to this world compared with those who were visited regularly.

Not having someone to spill your secrets to or share activities with also cranks up the risk.

Now, here's the good news – even just one visit a month can be your superhero cape against these risks! Yup, the study suggests that those who get a monthly dose of friend or family visits have a significantly lower chance of shuffling off this mortal coil.

Professor Jason Gill, one of the brains behind the study, says it's the super isolated folks who are at the highest risk.

So, if you've got a friend or relative who's dancing solo in the loneliness tango, make it a mission to drop by at least once a month.

The reasons behind these findings? Well it might have something to do with unhealthy habits or not having a buddy to nudge you towards health checkups. Whatever the reason, the message is clear – friends, family, and monthly hangouts might just be the secret sauce for a happy, vibrant life.

Success

Life's a bit like climbing a mountain.

Imagine this: you're not just hiking to reach the peak; you're soaking in the breathtaking scenery, feeling the crunch of gravel under your boots, and laughing with your adventure buddies along the way. Life's kinda like that.

"The wise don't wait to enjoy the view from the top of the mountain, they recognize the beauty in the journey upwards."

Now, the wise folks, they get it. They don't put off happiness until they've conquered everything; they find joy in every step, even the wobbly ones.

Sure, reaching the top is epic, but those little moments? That's the good stuff.

So, my friend, let's not save all the fun for the destination.

High-fives for every small victory, belly laughs when things get goofy, and heck, even a few dramatic slips on a pebble because, hey, that's part of the journey too.

We're not just climbing for the view at the top. We're climbing for the stories, the friendships, and the goofy dance moves we pull out when we reach a mini-peak.

Quote 📝

There is no failure except in no longer trying.

Elbert Hubbard

Book Pearl 📚

Talk in terms of the other person's interests.

Carnegie emphasizes that people are inherently interested in themselves. So, by showing genuine interest in what lights up their eyes, you're not just making small talk; you're forging a connection.

Imagine this: You're at a party, and someone starts talking about their stamp collection. Now, you might not be the world's biggest stamp enthusiast, but if you engage in a conversation about what fascinates them – the history, the rare finds, the thrill of the hunt – you've just hit the social jackpot.

How to Win Friends and Influence People. - Dale Carnegie

Just Some Thoughts 💭

● It actually seems impossible to tickle yourself. Try it - You won’t be able to laugh or giggle!

● The least used part of phones nowadays might just be the actual phone function!

● A typical day in your life is actually super super interesting to another person on earth.

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