Tips from the happiest cultures in the world

Dan Buettner shared the some of the secrets of the happiest cultures around the world. The truth is, they’re very simple. Want to live in the “Blue Zones” like the people of Icaria? Try the following:   Listen to the interview.

1. Take naps

2. Drink herbal teas

3. Eat honey (local honey is a plus)

4. Drink (a little) wine with dinner, use olive oil and eat more garlic, nuts and beans

5. Have a low sense of time urgency

The 4 main behavior categories from The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner

Move Naturally – Make your home, community and workplace present you with natural ways to move. Focus on activities you love, like gardening, walking and playing with your family.

Right Outlook – Know and be able to articulate your sense of purpose, and ensure your day is punctuated with periods of calm.

Eat Wisely – Instead of groping from fad diet to fad diets, use time-honored strategies for eating 20% less at meals. Avoid meat and processed food and drink a couple of glasses of wine daily.

Belong to the Right Tribe – Surround yourself with the right people, make the effort to connect or reconnect with your religion and put loved ones first.