Generally it is believed that there are seven factors that can bring to a lasting and durable life:
- drop smoking
- refuse alcohol abuse
- loosing pudge
- permanent physical exercises
- controlling distress
- "happy childhood"
- harmonious family life
The mentioned factors are especially influencing one's life after the age of 70. Many factors (particularly the first four) are subject to amendment during the life, however changing at least one factor requires a lot of time. Even a depressed mood can be influenced by the modern therapy.
Are the last two factors changeable? Unlikely. The behaviour within a family is manifested according to how their parents behaved to them in the childhood, which means that the keystone for a happy old age is determined by a happy childhood. That's why remember and always follow to behave properly to your child, so that he can be happy all your life. If you had a bad childhood, try to show the opposite of what your parents showed to you.