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So many of us are on the journey to live our longest, happiest, and best lives. Although diet and leading a healthy lifestyle are critical, listening in and learning from those who have lived into their 100s and older might be one of our best attempts to crack the longevity code.

Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Gladys McGarey, the “Mother of Holistic Medicine,” who is an outstanding 102 years young. In this episode, Dr. Gladys shares her six secrets to health and happiness and how her passion for holistic wellness and getting back to our ancestral roots motivate her to keep going. Along the way, she shares charming stories about her life experiences and how they helped shape her career and find purpose.

Dr. Gladys McGarey is a renowned medical pioneer who has dedicated her life to exploring the possibilities of medicine and educating people about Living Medicine. As the only female cofounder of the American Holistic Medical Association in 1977, Dr. Gladys has gained global recognition for her groundbreaking contributions. With her profound knowledge and visionary insights, she continues to lead the way in the next paradigm shift in medicine. Dr. Gladys has authored four books and has spoken at TEDx, showcasing her extraordinary wisdom.

In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Gladys dive into:

-What it's like to be a centenarian (4:19)

-How Dr. Gladys keeps her mind sharp (10:22)

-Dr. Gladys’s 10-year plan (16:10)

-Dr. Gladys’s six secrets to a well-lived life (20:00)

-Secret #1: Have a strong sense of purpose (24:00)

-Secret #2: Don’t stop moving and doing things (36:33)

-Secret #3: Love heals all (52:02)

-How Dr. Gladys approaches her diet (55:09)

-Secret #4: You’re not alone (1:02:12)

-Secret #5: Everything is a teacher (1:09:30)

-Secret #6: Embrace your quirks (1:11:47)

-Top regrets that people have about their lives (1:18:31)

Also mentioned in this episode:

-The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age

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