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Hip Centenarians
The US Census Bureau estimates there currently are 80,000 Americans who are 100+ years old. Evercare conducted its second annual 100@100 survey of 100 Americans who are 99 years and older. The results looked a lot like people in their forties or sixties. To site some examples:
--27% have watched MTV or music videos
--31% have watched reality TV programs
--4% have listened to music on an I-pod
--72% have eaten at a fast food restaurant
--11% have had coffee at a Starbucks
To what do they credit their longevity and vitality? They trust clergy more than doctors and believe positive attitude and faith are more important than genes and doctors.
They are concerned about health and nutrition. 82% reported their eating habits were the same or improved compared to their eating habits 50 years ago. When asked to choose, they voted for having a better memory (34 percent) over fewer aches and pains (27 percent) or taking fewer prescription drugs (13 percent).
Their favorite memories were:
--28% their wedding day
--13% birth of a child
--13% their hundredth birthday
--1% learning to fly at age 76
Take heart, living to 100+ years old can be pretty hip.
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Dr. Michael Brickey, The Anti-Aging Psychologist, teaches people to think, feel, look and be more youthful. He is an inspiring keynote speaker and Oprah-featured author. His works include: Defy Aging, 52 Baby Steps to grow young, and Reverse Aging (anti-aging hypnosis CDs). Visit www.NotAging.com for a free report on anti-aging secrets and a free newsletter with practical anti-aging tips.
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