Finding out your why can add years to your life, as well as improve the quality of your life. Longevity researchers have determined people who live their purpose can add up to seven quality years to their lives.

In one of the world’s original Blue Zones®, or places where people live the longest and healthiest lives — Okinawa, Japan — they call this their “ikigai” or their reason to get up in the morning. It makes sense. Having a reason to wake up can increase the likelihood you wake up more mornings and greet your day with enthusiasm.

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