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It might be the person who walks with you two times a week or even the one who will listen to you vent your frustrations with current events for ten minutes over the phone. It’s these consistent, low-stress relationships that ensure the brain stays active. They help you avoid that creeping feeling that the rest of the world is progressing without you.

3. Being part of something bigger
It may seem slightly cliché, but community saves lives. If you are part of a book group, gardeners’ club or simply a place that knows you by name, the simple need to get away from your four walls makes all the difference in your week.

As explained by the World Health Organization, social engagement is one of the most effective ways to fight cognitive decline. It doesn’t mean you have to be an outgoing person, just participating counts.