1. Someone makes 10x more than you do in a 9-5 job because they have more “leverage” with their work.
2. Distraction is the greatest killer of success. It stunts and destroys your brain.
3. You shouldn’t take advice from people who are not where you want to be in life.
4. No one is coming to save your problems. Your life’s 100% your responsibility.
5. You don’t need 100 self-help books; all you need is action and self discipline.
6. Unless you went to college to learn a specific skill (i.e., doctor, engineer, lawyer), you can make more money in the next 90 days just by learning sales.
7. No one cares about you. So stop being shy, go out, and create your chances.
8. If you find someone smarter than you, work with them, don’t compete.
9. Smoking has no benefit in your life. This habit will only slow your thinking and lower your focus.
10. Comfort is the worst addiction and a cheap ticket to depression.
11. Don’t tell people more than they need to know, respect your privacy.
12. Avoid excessive alcohol. There is nothing worse than losing your senses and acting like a fool.
13. Keep your standards high and don’t settle for something because it’s available.
14. The family you create is more important than the family you come from.
15. Train yourself to take nothing personally to save yourself from 99.99% of mental problems.
From hot flashes to reading glasses, here’s what you need to know to stay strong and healthy in your 40s.
As you enter your 40s, you may find yourself dealing with some changes in your body. Knowing what’s in store can help you prepare for lifestyle changes to stay healthy and happy for decades to come.
The number on the scale might start creeping up
What to expect: Both men and women will probably notice it’s easier to gain weight as they move past 40. That’s because our resting metabolic rate, or the rate at which our body burns calories, slows. In addition, as we age, we might not be as physically active, and because muscle burns more calories than fat, losing muscle may mean gaining weight.
What can help: Optimizing your calorie intake and incorporating regular physical activity into your life can help prevent weight gain. Maintaining a healthy weight is an important way to reduce your risk for age-related conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and bone and joint problems.
You may see traces of your fun in the sun
What to expect: Although aging in the skin occurs on a continuum, people in their 40s may start to see early thinning, wrinkling and sagging of their skin, along with a thinning of fat on their face, especially in the temples and mid cheeks. They may also see increased pigmentation of the skin that appears as sun spots or faint reddening.
“These changes occur due to a multitude of factors ranging from our genetic makeup and hormone changes to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, toxins, chemicals and pollutants,” says Jenny Hu, MD, a dermatologist at Keck Medicine of USC and clinical associate professor of dermatology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. “Your cumulative exposure to the sun’s UV radiation and tobacco use have some of the greatest impacts on skin aging.”
What can help: Reducing additional damage from the sun’s UV rays is crucial.
“Dermatologists recommend using sunscreens that have an SPF of 30 or greater and are ‘broad spectrum,’ meaning they protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays, both of which contribute to skin aging and skin cancer,” Hu says. “It’s important to apply a liberal amount of sunscreen with a guideline of at least one ounce — enough to fill a shot glass — to exposed parts of the body.”
Be sure to see your dermatologist if you notice moles that have changed color, shape or size, or if you have a lesion that is painful, bleeds or does not heal, as skin cancer risk increases with age.
A new nemesis — hot flashes — may emerge
What to expect: Being in menopause means you haven’t gotten a period for a full year, but it’s a gradual process that starts years earlier, often referred to as perimenopause. Many women in their 40s will enter perimenopause as their body slows its production of estrogen.
In addition to irregular or more frequent periods, loss of estrogen might lead to symptoms like hot flashes, changes in bladder control, sleeping issues, vaginal dryness or irritation and decreased interest in or discomfort during sex.
What can help: Adopting a healthy lifestyle of nutrition, exercise, regular sleep and stress reduction can help you decrease symptoms and adapt to this new phase of life. For some women, hormone therapy or other medications can help relieve, reduce or optimize symptoms — talk to your doctor about whether or not it’s a good choice for you.
Reading the fine print might get even harder
What to expect: Even if you’ve never worn glasses or contacts before, after age 40 you may notice it’s harder to focus close up, like when you’re reading. This condition, called presbyopia, is a normal part of eye aging caused by a hardening of the eye’s lens.
What can help: Presbyopia can be easily remedied in many cases with a pair of reading glasses. Contacts, prescription eyeglasses and surgery are also available. Also be sure you have enough light when reading or doing close work. If you experience any sudden changes in vision, call your doctor right away.
Habits To Keep You Healthy After Turning 40
In early adulthood, many of us feel like our health is on autopilot. If we’re lucky enough not to have any chronic conditions or acute illnesses, worrying about health barely makes the radar.
But suddenly—often around age 40—that may start to change. “At midlife, it’s important to reassess your health habits and start focusing more on ways to prevent disease,” says Sumaiya Islam, M.D., a family medicine provider at Henry Ford Health. “We know that modifying your lifestyle habits can reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other diseases that become more common as we age.”
Here, Dr. Islam shares 10 habits to keep you healthy after age 40.
Focus On Preventive Care
Of all the health habits you adopt at midlife, scheduling regular preventive care may be the most important. Make an annual physical part of your yearly routine. At each of those appointments, discuss with your doctor what screenings, lab tests and vaccines you need to get. Staying on top of all those recommendations can help prevent many diseases and ensure that you identify others at the earliest (and most treatable) stage.
Eat For Longevity
“A healthy diet can help prevent cancer and heart disease and improves your mental health,” says Dr. Islam. “Focus on eating whole foods and making sure to get at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day.” Limit your intake of fast food and processed foods, which are high in fat, added sugars and salt and low in nutrients.
Maintain A Healthy Weight
As we get older, our metabolism often slows down. That can result in the number on your scale slowly creeping upward unless you change your eating habits. “Your caloric intake may need to shift in order to keep your weight in a healthy range,” says Dr. Islam. Be especially wary of excess weight settling around your midsection. Increased belly fat is linked to increased risk of heart disease and diabetes.
Exercise Regularly
Ideally, activity has always been part of your routine, but it’s never too late to get moving. Getting the recommended 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise (at a minimum) every week is key. Just that can help you maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease, reduce blood pressure and cholesterol, manage stress and maintain good mental health. Add in some strength training to improve your bone health and preserve your muscle mass.
Get Good Sleep
“Sleep is when the body is restoring and healing itself,” says Dr. Islam. “Even as adults, we still need seven to nine hours of sleep a night.” In addition to promoting healing on a cellular level, getting enough sleep also helps decrease cortisol levels. “During moments of stress, your body releases cortisol,” says Dr. Islam. “Too much of it circulating in your body can increase your risk of high blood pressure and high blood sugar.”
Manage Stress
The best way to keep cortisol levels in check is to keep stress levels down. But since it can be impossible to eliminate stress from your life, the key is finding ways to handle it better. Even small moments of mindfulness can help. “I like to do a technique called box breathing where you inhale to a count of 4, hold for 4, then exhale for 4,” says Dr. Islam. “It’s a quick and easy way to reset and ground yourself in moments of stress.”
Don’t Smoke
If you smoke, you’ll be doing your health a huge favor by quitting. Smoking greatly increases your risk lung cancer, emphysema and COPD. It also impairs your immune system, leaving you more vulnerable to infectious diseases. The good news is that from the moment you quit, your body starts bouncing back. Within a few months, you can be breathing better, coughing less and have lower blood pressure.
Wear Sunscreen Every Day
About 90% of skin cancers are directly related to sun exposure . The best way to protect yourself from skin cancer is to shield your skin from the sun as much as possible. Sun protection strategies can include staying covered up with hats and clothing, seeking shade and avoiding outdoor activities during the middle of the day when the sun’s rays are strongest. But you also need to be diligent about using sunscreen on any exposed skin. “I recommend it to all people regardless of skin tone,” says Dr. Islam. “Get in the habit of putting it on every day, even when it’s cloudy. UV rays can still penetrate clouds and damage your skin.”
Minimize Alcohol Consumption
There’s increasing evidence that even moderate alcohol consumption increases your risk of death from certain cancers and heart disease. It can also be potentially harmful to your mental health. “People often use alcohol as a coping mechanism for stress and anxiety, but it’s not a healthy one,” says Dr. Islam.
Stay Connected
Loneliness has become an epidemic in this country, with about 1 in 3 adults reporting that they feel lonely . Not having the support of friends, family and community affects your mental well-being. But it can also impact your physical health. Loneliness is associated with increased risk of heart disease, diabetes and dementia. Finding ways to stay connected and engaged with others is important — especially as you get older.
Even if you are well past 40, making some smart lifestyle changes can have a significant impact on your health and longevity. Start now, and you’ll reap the benefits for years to come.
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