Ep 25 | How to build mental resilience for Longevity

Mental resilience is the most underrated factor in Longevity because it boosts your healthspan like no biomarker or peptide can. In this video I lay out how you can build in a simple, incremental way daily.Where to find us:Website | https://vitaveda.healthYoutube | https://www.youtube.com/@VitavedahealthTwitter / X | https://x.com/drprilongevityNewsletter | https://substack.com/@vitavedahealthInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/drprilongevity/Time stamps:0:00 - Resilience helps you manage the complexity of longevity1:24 - More resilience, longer lifespan4:45 - Why reslience improves healthspan6:58 - 5 simple steps to building reslience5 ways to build mental resilienceStart the day with something you don't want to do - Do it first thing in the morning (cold shower, push-ups, skipping a treat)Do at least one uncomfortable thing daily - Make it a non-negotiable. Check in at night, and if it hasn't happened, do it then.Don't let setbacks derail you - Missing a day or week is normal. Just get back to it.Push past the governor - Count how many times you override the voice saying stop. Aim to do this once a day.Keep an inspiration playlist - Create a go-to playlist/content that helps you push through harder moments.References:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022399925000807 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-024-19558-8Disclaimer: This audio and video podcast are for general informational purposes only and does not constitute a practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services including the giving of medical advice. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. No doctor patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and the materials linked to this podcast and video cast are at the user’s own risk.