Vi Senior Community Relations Manager Pam Fultz welcomes back Dr. Joseph Casciani, psychologist and founder of the Living to 100 Club. With more than 35 years of experience in the aging field, Dr. Joe shares insights into what contributes to healthy longevity based on his extensive research and conversations with centenarians. From maintaining a positive mindset to incorporating daily movement and staying socially engaged, he offers practical strategies anyone can implement to enhance their chances of living a longer, more vibrant life.

Dr. Joe emphasizes that while genetics play a role, lifestyle choices make the biggest difference. He discusses how habits like strength training, mental stimulation, and humor can contribute significantly to well-being and brain resilience as we age.

In this episode, they discuss:

• Why 70% of longevity is influenced by lifestyle, not genetics
• Key habits shared by centenarians, including humor and consistency
• How to foster a positive mindset and shift from decline to opportunity
• The role of movement, sleep, and diet in healthy aging
• The importance of taking initiative to build and maintain social connections
• Brain resilience tips, including aerobic activity and lifelong learning
• The motivation behind the creation of the Living to 100 Club

Memorable Quotes:

• "Every morning I decide: Do I want to have a good day or a great day?"
• "We have to shift the mindset from 'I'm getting old' to 'I'm still growing.'"
• "Connection doesn't happen by accident—it happens by design."
• "The future should be bigger than the past."

Resources:

• Living to 100 Club: https://www.livingto100.club
• Find out more about Vi Living at our Website: https://www.viliving.com

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