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Dr. Bernstein's acronym GRACE describes how Goals, Roots, Attitude (Gratitude &Adventure), Companionship (Community) and Environment are the secrets to living a happier,healthier and longer life as we age.
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5 SECRETS TO AGE GRACEFULLY™ A PRESCRIPTION TO LEAD A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER, & LONGER LIFE
David Bernstein, MD,FACPInternal Medicine and Geriatrics
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Introduction
Who am I? Who is my audience? What do you hope to learn today? What’s your favorite number?
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Breaking News!!!!
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“ SUSPECT EVERYONE,
TRUST NO ONE”
Inspector Jacques ClouseauPink Panther
Overview
G.R.A.C.E.-is a 5 letter word Q.U.I.L.L Method– how to communicate
with your physician Engaging Patient Stories Prescription for lifelong health planning to
AGE GRACEFULLY™ Questions & Answers—for the Doctor or
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GRACE is a 5 Letter word…
Goals Roots Attitude Companionship Environment
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Goals
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Goals
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Goals
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Roots
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Attitude
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Attitude
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Attitude
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Companionship
The heart that loves is always young-Greek proverb
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Environment
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Environment Exercise, Yoga & Meditation
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Proper diet, activity and rest/sleep
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Environment Safety
Home External environments
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Environment Safety
Driving evaluation
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Environment Safety
Driving evaluation
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Environment Listening to your Doctor
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Q.U.I.L.L. Method
Q ~ Quality of CareU ~ Understanding
I ~ IndependenceL ~ ListeningL ~ “Lean In” to you
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GRACE…
What is the Prescription for G.R.A.C.E. ?
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GRACE- Prescription
I want to be all used up when I die—George Bernard Shaw
Goals Retirement is not for everyone, find the joy in
life. Working into Old Age provides a Purpose and
sets positive examples for others. Being able to interact with younger people
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Goals Plan ahead so you can afford retirement Develop hobbies early in life. Keep people and loved ones in your day to
day plans Maintain strong family bonds Develop healthy habits Improved fitness leads to longer working
career/healthier retirement
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GRACE- Prescription
There is no cure for the common birthday-John Glenn
Roots Successful aging is a confluence of Genes,
Luck, & Attitude. Live a sensible life: reduce your risks, lower
your stress, follow healthy habits. Maintain connection with family and friends. Ask your doctor for help toward Quality of Life
and not just Longevity.
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GRACE- PrescriptionI intend to live forever or die trying -Groucho Marx Attitude
Age has No Bearing to what you can accomplish if you have desire
A Positive Attitude with help to overcome physical limitations
Know Your limitations, but do not let them be dictated by your age
If you can Dream it you Can Do It! Ask for help when necessary
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Attitude
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Companionship Intimacy, love and companionship are natural
desires/needs as long as we live. Trust your instincts in new relationships, love
and intimacy. Maintain strong family relationships, they are
important as we age.
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GRACE- Prescription
To lengthen thy life, lessen thy meals -Benjamin Franklin Environment
Become educated about healthy lifestyle choices Develop strategies to promote longevity
Diet, Exercise Meditation, yoga, tai chi
Have periodic health maintenance exams Ask physician about practices to lead to a longer
happier life Avoid unhealthy practices
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Thank You!Here’s to Aging GRACEfully
~David Bernstein, MD
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Conclusion
Questions and Answers
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Contact Information
Website: www.DavidBernsteinMD.com
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