How can we live a better and longer life?  We often get questions from our community about anti-aging, and for centuries, people have wanted to know what it takes to live longer, fuller lives.  While a healthy diet and exercise are an essential part of living well, it’s been found that the greatest influences of health are strong connections and engagement.  To discuss this topic, I’m excited to welcome science journalist and author, Marta Zaraska, to the show! She’s the author of a brand new book, Growing Young: How Friendship, Optimism, and Kindness Can Help You Live to 100.  In this episode, Marta shares her captivating research about the power of optimism, the benefits of kindness, the advantages of conscientiousness, and how you can apply them to your life. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** Or text me 310-299-9362 to get your burning questions answered and an insider sneak peek of exciting updates. I do my best to answer as many as I can each day, so shoot me a message today.