JAKARTA - A Chinese grandmother named Jiang Yueqin proves that longevity does not always have to be achieved with strict lifestyles and complicated rules. At the age of 101, he actually lived a relaxed life, full of small pleasures, and a calm mind.
Jiang Yueqin, mother of seven children who lives in Wenzhou City, eastern China, still looks fit for her age. She still has full teeth. Her daily routine is unusual for an elderly person. She likes to stay up late, watch light television shows until the early hours of the morning, then wake up around noon.
His daughter, Yao Songping, revealed that her mother had a very relaxed lifestyle.
"My mother is like a teenager, really a night person. She sleeps very late and wakes up naturally around 10 am," said Yao.
In terms of eating, Jiang does not follow the pattern of three meals a day. He only eats twice, namely at noon and dinner at around six in the afternoon. If hungry at night, he does not hesitate to snack on snacks such as chips or cookies.
"If you're hungry at night, mom will eat snacks. But the quality of sleep is still very good, he can fall asleep as soon as he lies down," said Yao.
This late sleeping habit actually only formed in the last few years. Previously, Jiang was known to be very active in taking care of the house, receiving guests, and walking long distances. However, after experiencing an accident and injury in his hand, his activities decreased. Since then, his sleeping pattern has changed and he has started to get used to staying up late while watching television.
In addition to enjoying a relaxed life, Jiang is also known to have a good appetite. His favorite food is chestnut water cake. Every morning after waking up, he always starts the day with a cup of warm green tea.
Behind his long life, Jiang also has a love story that is still remembered by residents around. He and his late husband are known as the most romantic couple in their neighborhood.
"My father can read, while my mother can't. When they were young, my father always explained the stories of the movies they watched together, even imitating the voices of the characters to make my mother laugh," recalled Yao.
Even though he is now living without a partner, Jiang still enjoys his life. He still likes to travel with his children and grandchildren. In the last two years, he has visited more than 20 cities in China to realize his travel dreams.
According to the son, the key to his mother's longevity lies in her mindset.
"My mother is not easily angry, does not hold grudges, and does not think too much about small things. She lives a light-hearted life," he said.
Jiang Yueqin's story shows that the secret to a long life can be as simple as enjoying life, keeping a positive mind, eating enough, sleeping well, and not burdening yourself with too many worries. A valuable lesson that a calm and happy life is the key to long-term health.
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