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Surround Yourself with a Strong Community

Surround Yourself with a Strong Community

04.Surround Yourself with a Strong Community: Social connections are crucial for a happy and long life. People in communities with high life expectancies, such as the residents of Okinawa, value supportive relationships and spend time with loved ones regularly.

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The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life is a popular book by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles. It explores the Japanese concept of ikigai, which refers to a sense of purpose or reason for being.

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