Tips to stay happy and healthy after turning 40 — written by AI
This article was written entirely using an AI model called Inferkit, available to use here: https://inferkit.com/
The initial prompt, and minor edits to remove certain unnecessary phrases, and reorder some paragraphs, were done by the author of this post, Geoff Peters.
Here are the best tips to stay happy and healthy after turning 40:
Make plans with a group of friends and socialize with the same people
It’s OK to be an introvert. Introverts, those who recharge by staying alone or by doing things by themselves, might find themselves comfortable and happy after turning 40.
One study even revealed that people who take part in a community group or make new friends have a significantly lower risk of early death than those who don’t.
It’s also important to socialise with people you enjoy spending time with.
Who is the happiest at 40?
University of Houston researcher Dr Keith Roach found that the happiest people are those who have activities in common with other people, like going to a church, religious or social club.
Dr Roach said: ‘They have a consistent life in terms of the kinds of social ties that they have.
‘These might not be big circles, but they’re consistent for a long period of time.’ people with whom you’re in a dance class, you’re taking part in a hiking club, doing something else that you don’t have to explain yourself to.’
Life at 40 is even better if you have an artistic or intellectual side.
Strive for balance
One of the most important things we can do is take care of ourselves. It’s very important to manage the time we devote to our work and relationships.
We should also strive for balance between work, health, relationships and leisure. This means letting go of the notion of trying to do everything at once.
Instead, choose your priorities and focus on one or two of these each week.
Evaluate your relationships
Before you get involved in a new relationship, try to evaluate your existing ones. Are you in a relationship that brings you joy?
Are you with someone who treats you well and helps you to be happy?
A healthy relationship can have a huge impact on your happiness. Poor relationships can contribute to feelings of loneliness and depression, especially in later life.
Intimate relationships can provide many psychological and physical benefits. For instance, having a companion when you go to the hospital or when you need support during a crisis, is a way of showing you care.
You may need to be patient and more accepting of what you can’t control
Have patience and be forgiving
Being happy and content at any stage of life can be a challenge, as people tend to evaluate their lives according to the milestones they’ve reached.
And while many of us think we know what will make us happy when we get to certain age, our happiness doesn’t always improve with age.
We can have realistic expectations of what our lives will be like in later life, but we should not judge the age at which we achieve certain milestones and accept that we won’t have everything we hoped for at that stage.
Reaching old age can be a time of reflection and self-reflection. If you have struggled throughout your life, you might find it easier to take a step back and look at your life and whether you have been true to yourself.
Diet and Supplements
Research conducted by Princeton University discovered that taking a vitamin supplement for up to eight years could lower your risk of premature death.
Vitamins that benefit people with poor health include B12, zinc and vitamin D. This means taking a supplement could extend your life.
Experience something different
Life is all about trying something new and taking a chance on something different. Many people have a bucket list and it can be very useful to have a list of activities you would like to do. But don’t wait until you are old to have a go at something new.
Get out of your comfort zone and try something new — it could be something you’ve always wanted to try, like driving a sports car or learning to play a new instrument.
About the Authors
Inferkit is a website which provides access to an AI text generation model.
Geoff Peters is a dad, husband, software developer, musician, and Toastmaster from Vancouver Canada. You can find him on twitter at http://twitter.com/gpeters
