Are you worried because you feel like you're becoming more forgetful? Here are seven habits you can start using today, secretly enjoyed by people in their 60s with "brains 10 years younger," presented with a story.

🎬This Story
"Etsuko, it's been a long time. How are you?"
Etsuko Fujimoto, 66 years old. She was greeted on the street by a neighbor she'd lived with for 20 years, but she couldn't remember his name. That evening, her husband, Ryuichi, opened the refrigerator and told her he'd bought tofu twice.
"That's been happening a lot lately. Are you feeling unwell?"
"I'm fine," she laughed and changed the subject, but days continued where she couldn't remember where she'd put her glasses or the errands she'd been asked to do on the phone.
It was then that her 74-year-old neighbor, Fumie, spoke to her. Fumie, who still stands tall and straight, confided in her.

"I also struggled with forgetfulness in my 60s," Fumie said.
What were the seven habits that Fumie enjoyed in her daily life? And what did Etsuko confide in Ryuichi at dinner six months later?

💬We ask you:
Which of these seven would you like to enjoy?
Please tell us in a short sentence what you think you could do.
Your words will encourage others who are also worried about forgetfulness.

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[Chapters]
0:00 Introduction
3:20 First Habit
5:24 Second Habit
7:29 Third Habit
9:51 Fourth Habit
12:07 Fifth Habit
14:35 Sixth Habit
17:06 Seventh Habit
21:10 Summary

📚 Reference Materials (Basis for the Content Discussed in the Main Text)
The seven habits discussed in this text, and the basis for their explanations, are from the National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology's guide (published on the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's website). For Habit 6, we also referenced one additional study and survey (listed below).

• People who exercise at least three times a week, even just walking, are approximately 33% less likely to develop dementia compared to people who do not exercise (less than once a week). It's also good to consider actively walking and moving around in daily life, such as shopping, as exercise (Q9・Q12).

• Both sleeping less than 5 hours and sleeping more than 8 hours increase the risk of dementia. To go to bed and wake up early, it's important to improve your lifestyle habits, such as leaving the curtains open 10cm to let in sunlight (Q29).
First, observe what bothers you about your body and find one exercise you can do (Column 3).
Try to have conversations with people other than those you live with at least once a week. Talking by phone or video call without meeting in person is also fine (Q18).
Artistic activities such as drawing or making things may improve memory and attention. Research includes not only creating works but also discussing impressions with participants at appreciation sessions (Q25).
Active musical activities, such as playing an instrument or moving your body, have been reported to be effective in improving cognitive function (40-week study. Activities included playing instruments and dancing). It is recommended to do it with several people, such as in a concert or choir, rather than alone. The effect of simply listening is uncertain (Q24).
Talking about past activities and experiences and having others listen has been shown to reduce depressive states and improve quality of life. A study conducted one-on-one twice a week for 13 weeks reported improvements in cognitive function and memory. Talking with family at home while looking at old photos is also acceptable (Q32).
National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology, "MCI Handbook for Energizing Mind and Body"
https://www.mhlw.go.jp/content/001100...

Research and studies referenced in Habit 6:
• A study of 89 pairs of people with mild to moderate dementia and their families who participated in small group gatherings and sang songs/listened to music at home for 10 weeks reported positive changes in mood and some aspects of cognitive function: Särkämö et al. (2014) The Gerontologist
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24009...
• A study following approximately 50,000 people aged 65 and over in Japan for 6 years found that those who pursued hobbies with others had fewer cases of dementia compared to those who pursued hobbies alone. A survey of hobbies in general, not limited to music, found that hobbies did not prevent dementia: Chiba University/Japan Gerontological Assessment Study (JAGES) Press Release (November 2023)
https://www.jages.net/library/pressre...

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