“Most of longevity, physical agility, and ongoing health is a result of unconscious behavior, not conscious behavior," says Dan Buettner.

Dan, a longevity expert, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Blue Zones, joins us to discuss underrated longevity tips, plus:

- How to drink alcohol mindfully (~00:12)

- Why joy is crucial for longevity (~03:36)

- The health benefits of volunteering (~06:20)

- Why simplicity is the key to happiness (~09:17)

- How to “forget to die” (~11:23)

- Reverse ageism in the Blue Zones (~13:06)

- The next place on Dan’s Blue Zones wish list (~16:05)

- Why you should sit on the floor (~22:44)

- Is pickleball good for longevity? (~28:30)

- What we can learn from centenarians (~32:07)

- Dan’s favorite Blue Zone (~34:10)

- Dan’s POV on grass-fed meat (~38:02)

- Dan’s upcoming research on healthspan (~42:14)

Referenced in the episode:

- Dan's new book, The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer: Lessons From the Healthiest Places on Earth.

- Dan's Netflix show, "Live To 100: Secrets Of The Blue Zones."

- mbg Podcast episode #460, #356, #298, #157, and #33, with Dan.

- A survey on Ikaria & alcohol consumption.

- Read Dan's excerpt on mbg.

- Read more about Singapore as the newest Blue Zone.

- A study on volunteering & health outcomes.

- A study on racket sports & longevity.

- Sign up for The Long Game. 

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