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As we navigate the later stages of life, maintaining a sense of purpose, vitality, and well-being becomes increasingly important. Aging is often accompanied by unique challenges, including physical limitations, changes in social connections, and shifts in emotional well-being. However, embracing holistic health practices can significantly improve both the quality and length of life, offering older adults a pathway to increased longevity and greater life satisfaction. Holistic

Aging is often associated with physical decline, loss of roles, and major life transitions—but it can also be a period rich with potential for growth, meaning, and emotional transformation. One of the most profound and often underutilized pathways to this transformation is creative self-expression. Whether through art, music, writing, or movement, engaging in creative activities can unlock a wellspring of inner resources in older adulthood, supporting emotional well-being, fo