If you find yourself more pessimistic than optimistic, fear not, practicing positive thinking is easier than you think.

There is an abundance of research on the health benefits of meditation. When you practice meditation in nature, you gain benefits such as reduced blood pressure and heart rate, less muscle tension and a decrease in production of stress hormones.

Studies show that our openness to new experiences and learning new information declines as we age, so it is important to be mindful of maintaining our curiosity.

Many factors can challenge our happiness so by staying socially connected and purposeful can we find our way back to a more positive wellbeing.

In this short Q&A, we learn more about Dr. Sara Zeff Geber and what she’ll discuss in her upcoming Solo Aging presentation at Acacia Creek Retirement Community.