Positive Ageing is about experiencing more happiness and satisfaction with life at any age. RDNS’ Education & Learning Centre studied and gathered evidence-based research about Positive Psychology.

Our six factor ‘BE-ACTIVE’ model includes understanding what makes us feel good and finding ways to make this activity a bigger part of our life.  Doing this helps us to balance out the other (negative) stuff.

CONNECT   –   MOVE   –   BE PRESENT   –   LEARN   –   THINK POSITIVE   –   ENERGISE

Being present is about enjoying the here and now.

Mindfulness and focusing on the present has been shown to reduce stress and help us cope with anxiety.  Being present puts aside worries about the past and fears for the future, and helps us to be more aware of what’s going on around us.  Benefits of being present improves concentration, it’s easier to relax, reduces your heart rate, improves moods, boosts immunity and improves memory.

Be present by noticing what’s around you, savour the moment, experience gratitude, share your time, seek to understand friends and family, listen, meditate, breathe and enjoy life.

RDNS New Zealand provides home nursing, care and support services to help new Zealanders live their best lives through better health and independence.