Your total wellness in the new year

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no matter your age, stave off physical and mental problems by remaining active.

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Being fulfilled and engaging passions are the #1 reasons centenarians give for living over 100 years old.

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Becoming active in your community develops a support system, gives you a purpose in life, and connects you to the place where you live.

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educate yourself on retirement savings options to promote your financial wellness.

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List all your financial goals and make a plan to achieve them.

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If you want to increase your savings, spend less than you earn.

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Up your activity level by walking more places, parking further away, and resisting the escalator or valet parking

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If you watch yourself in a mirror while working out, you are more likely to work out longer and with less effort.

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Strength training burns more calories and fat, so use your own body weight as resistance to get a highly effective workout without any equipment.

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Use online reminders and apps to get you up and away from your desk every 30 minutes to move your body.

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Have equipment in your home that is available and accessible to help you workout.

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When you are aware of your own mortality, you are more likely to make good choices for your health.

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Being compassionate toward yourself and others is a large part of social wellness.

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Laughter is terrific for your emotional wellness, and laughing with friends bonds you together.

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Be yourself. Relationships should be built on honesty. When you are yourself with others,  they learn to like and appreciate you for who you are.

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Silence is highly comforting, allowing you time to reflect, restart and calm your body and mind.

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Healthy relationships needs real, human interactions to grow to their full potential.

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If you want people to know how to treat you, then use your behavior to show them.

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Be genuine, if you are saying nice things to someone just to flatter them, chances are your relationship isn't built on trust or love.