Unlock the Surprising 7 Habits That Kept My Grandfather Mentally Sharp Into His 80s—And How I’m Using Them Today
I remind myself of that whenever I feel sluggish or stuck in my head. A quick walk, some stretching, anything to get the blood flowing—and suddenly, everything feels clearer. Just like it did for him.
6) He stayed patient with himself
My grandfather never rushed his mind.
If he forgot something, he didn’t panic. If he struggled to learn something new, he didn’t get frustrated. He gave himself time, trusted the process, and kept going.
I used to be hard on myself when I made mistakes or couldn’t grasp something quickly. I’d get frustrated, thinking it meant I wasn’t good enough or that I was falling behind. But my grandfather showed me a different way.
