Lighten up now and you may become an adaptively competent centenarian

At 109 she likes likes chocolate truffles and drinks Budweiser.  Helen Reichert is adept at moving on after life throws her a curveball-the ultimate Beautie.

A recent article written by geriatric researcher and practicing gerontologist Dr. Mark Lachs addresses the importance of attitude and humor on aging. It’s part of what he calls ‘adaptive competence’.

“If you’re a boomer and you don’t think your outlook on aging has any impact on the rest of your life, you might want to brighten your attitude a bit.” Dr. Mark Lachs

We’ve been calling that news out in The Art of Aging Creed. Uh huh.

photo courtesy of Olive Villaluna

Dr. Mark Lachs is the author of Treat Me, Not My Age: A Doctor’s Guide to Getting the Best Care as You or a Loved One Gets Older