Ikigai by Héctor Garcíaby Parker on Twos“The grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.” - Washington Burnap”The secret to a long life is not to worry. And to keep your heart young—don’t let it grow old. Open your heart to people with a nice smile on your face. If you smile and open your heart, your grandchildren and everyone else will want to see you."“The best way to avoid anxiety is to go out in the street and say hello to people”Cultivate good habits.”The key to staying sharp in old age is in your fingers. From your fingers to your brain, and back again. If you keep your fingers busy, you’ll live to see one hundred.””Working. If you don’t work, your body breaks down.””To live a long time you need to do three things: exercise to stay healthy, eat well, and spend time with people.”Nurture your friendships every day.”Talking each day with the people you love, that’s the secret to a long life.”Live an unhurried life.“My secret to a long life is always saying to myself, ‘Slow down’ and ‘Relax’. You life much longer if you’re not in a hurry.””Do many different things every day. Always staying busy, but doing one thing at a time, without getting overwhelmed.”Be optimistic.