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Do you believe that we have control over how we age? Is mental decline inevitable? Or, does how we live now determine our later years? In this conversation, I speak to Dr Daniel Levitin, a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist and best-selling author. His latest book, The Changing Mind, is an enlightening read for anyone who wants to age well, live well and understand the science behind both. Dan and I discuss the concept of healthspan versus lifespan – how if you want to live to a ripe old age, you’ll want to be able to enjoy it, too. Amazingly, Dan’s extensive research has led him to conclude that the number one factor that predicts how well we’ll age is not, as you might imagine, genetic – it’s a personality trait. We discuss just what that personality trait is and Dan goes on to reveal three other important traits that govern our behaviours and how we respond to the world – and therefore how healthy and happy we are at age 8 or 108. The good news is, that these traits can be taught and it’s never too late to start learning – you can start cultivating your personality to be neuroprotective at any age. Dan is passionate that we can and should keep learning throughout life. He explains why it’s a myth that memory automatically deteriorates and outlines simple and easy changes we can all make that will enhance life right now, as well as promote a healthy and fulfilling old age. This is a really enlightening conversation – I hope it helps you on your way to a long, happy and healthy life. #feelbetterlivemore #feelbetterlivemorepodcast ------- Sign up to my new newsletter - Friday Five Order Happy Mind Happy Life. UK version , US & Canada version Feel Great Lose Weight is available to order in the UK and in the US & Canada Dr Chatterjee’s book Feel Better in 5 is out now in the UK and in the US and Canada Order Dr Chatterjee’s book The Stress Solution Find Dr Chatterjee’s 4 Pillars of Health in The 4 Pillar Plan available via The US version, How to Make Disease Disappear is available via ----- Listen to all previous podcast episodes on or via these podcast platforms by searching for 'Feel Better, Live More'. Apple Podcasts Spotify ----- Follow Dr Chatterjee at: Website: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Newsletter: DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.
