6 factors to positive ageing: learn

30.12.2015
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RDNS New Zealand

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

Learning keeps our curiosity alive.

Keeping our brain active is key to our brain health. Learning improves memory and helps our brain to strengthen its connections and work well. Our brains benefit when we learn something new, and studies have shown that higher levels of mental activity are associated with reduced risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

Actively learn by studying a favourite subject, learn to use your intuition, learn a new word daily, talk philosophy, play a musical instrument, volunteer your time, do crosswords or sudoku, read books or challenge your ideas.

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

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