against cognitive deterioration. The study included more than 13,000 individuals who displayed fewer signs of cognitive dysfunction despite having a genetic predisposition toward it if they felt a greater sense of purpose.
How to find it:
Purpose at 80 can be discovered in many “small” pursuits:
The “accountability” factor: Looking after pets, gardening, and keeping an eye on neighbors. If somebody (or even something) is counting on you, your mind keeps working.
Continuous education: From learning a new recipe to grasping new technologies, curiosity serves as “exercise” for the
