““Dr. Walsh then listed eight lifestyle factors that have been shown to contribute to healthy aging. These include exercise, diet, time in nature, relationships, recreation, stress management, and service to others. As soon as I saw this list I realized that a spiritual approach to aging and modern research had a lot in common. And when I read the last factor—religious and spiritual involvement—I was sure of it. Ancient Taoists and Buddhists combined meditation, exercise, diet, herbs, and minerals to support long life. Clearly they were on to something! Modern research points us in the same direction.””