The Rules for a Long and Happy Life

[IsailedawayfromFR]

The most important ingredient of a long, happy, and successful life is self-discipline.

You also need to develop resilience and tenacity.  Without these three things, your life will likely be poor, short, and unhappy.  I received them in Marine Corps Boot Camp, Parris Island, in 1964.  If you lack the fortitude or foresight to serve in the military, you need to get them someplace else.

Discipline yourself to maintain a normal weight.  Obesity is the second largest cause of premature death.

Discipline yourself to get regular exercise.  You'll feel better and live longer.

The most valuable thing you can own is a good reputation.
https://www.americanthinker.com/articles/2018/05/the_rules_for_a_long_and_happy_life.html

Very wise comments.

[Chosen Daughter]

Very wise comments.

Those are all very wise.  For me the key is the Words of God:

Deuteronomy 5:16
'Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, that your days may be prolonged and that it may go well with you on the land which the LORD your God gives you.

Deuteronomy 5:33
"You shall walk in all the way which the LORD your God has commanded you, that you may live and that it may be well with you, and that you may prolong your days in the land which you will possess.

Psalm 128:2
When you shall eat of the fruit of your hands, You will be happy and it will be well with you.