"Laugh as much as you breathe and love as long as you live." How true is that! Life, in literal terms, revolves around breathing. Breathing commences at birth and ceases only at death. But what happens in between? In between, there is a life to live. A commitment you made to yourself the day you came into this world. Living longer also means, living a life to its fullest. Lifestyle plays a huge role in determining the life expectancy of an individual. Healthy Diet A change in your diet helps to go a long way. Statistics show that 75% cardiovascular diseases, 60% of women's cancers and 40% of men's cancers are related to nutritional issues. Eat the right kind of food to live a vibrant and happy life. Having a balanced diet is very essential to increase the longevity of life. Having the right amount of vitamin E, is known to keep your heart healthy. It is also an antioxidant which releases the toxins from your body. Omega-3 fats , monounsaturated fats, vitamin B and all the other organic food items are age-defying nutrients. Thus, always buy what is healthy for your body and not what looks yummy. Wine as You Dine Red wine has resveratrol, which is an antioxidant. Antioxidants, throw out all the harmful toxins from your body. They also prevent the free radicals from damaging the cells. This makes you look younger, as it protects your body from aging. Drink a glass of red wine a day to keep the doctor away for sure! Smile the Miles of Life Ever wondered why do happy and optimists live longer? A research shows that those who have a happier outlook towards life live seven and a half years longer than the worried lot. Make a small positive change in your life everyday. Try and phrase every sentence you speak as an affirmative sentence and not a negative one. The universe is like a mirror, the more negations you send out, the same will be reflected. Smiling and laughter are the key to a fulfilling life. Say Your Prayers As kids we learn to pray before we eat and sleep. Gradually, praying loses its meaning under the garb of 'I don't have time for trivial issues'. Saying your prayers gives you an opportunity to exercise your mind just you exercise your body. Praying to the supreme power, cleanses your mind of all the negativities trapped inside for a minute or two. Those minutes, revitalize your mind for the day ahead. So praying isn't that trivial, huh? Additionally, entering the house of worship also increases your life span by seven to 14 years. Begin with praying so that He too hears you out! Gratitude the Best Attitude How many times do we thank people around us for making us who we are? Rarely ever! Showing a heartfelt gratitude towards someone not only brings happiness to you, but also to the other person. The happier and thankful you are, the longer you will live. Exercise Everyday Physical activity is the best way to keep your mind and body healthy. A healthier body has better chances of living longer. Do a few simple exercises everyday to improve your flexibility, strength and for being fit. If you have children, take them out to play and play along with them. Indulge in group games, which will keep your mind occupied. Yoga is another form of effective exercise that calms your mind, body and soul. Sleep Well Sleeping is an essential part of healthy living. Sleep deprivation effects on the body show gradually. They can be very severe at times. You must get 7 - 8 hours of sound sleep everyday. Have More Sex Studies have shown that sex releases certain hormones in the body. These hormones help an individual to cope up with loneliness and depression. Making love is also the best way of bonding with each other, relieving stress and easing out mental tensions. The touch helps an individual to evolve normally and live a happy life. Meditate Meditation is essentially connecting with yourself. Meditation is a proven way of exercising your brain and soothing it. Vipassana meditation and Zen meditation will provide you with incredible insight into a healthy life. There you go. Hopefully, these tips will help you live a life that's long, beautiful and bright. In totality 'happiness' is the key to living long. I have found mine, it's time you find yours!