I’ve decided to live 120 years : the ancient secret to longevity, vitality, and life transformation

193 Pages·2018·8.56 MB·English

by  Lee

Praise for I’ve Decided to Live 120 Years
“A delightful guide full of inspiration and information for those who want to
live a full, vibrant, and meaningful life at any age.”
—don Miguel Ruiz, Author of The Four Agreements
“This magnificent book ignites the true spirit of what it means to live fully.
But more than that, it provides the precise formula you need to follow if you do
indeed want to live as fully as possible, as healthfully as possible, for as long as
possible.”
—Christiane Northrup, MD, Author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s
Wisdom
“I have been fortunate to experience firsthand how his visionary view of the
human potential actually translates into reality, and I have incorporated his
advice into my own life. If there is one book you don’t want to miss, it is this
one.”
—Emeran A. Mayer, MD, PhD, Author of The Mind-Gut Connection
“The wisdom here is miles deep yet easily accessible, making it instantly
usable. What you’ll read here can change your life for the better immediately,
and you can’t ask for more from a book than that.”
—Neale Donald Walsch, Author of the Conversations with God series
“Ilchi Lee shines a bright light of ancient and post modern wisdom on the
impact of how each of us defines our life purpose and the pathways we choose
for its fulfillment. His book’s genius is not only its . . . principles, but also how
he infuses it with his own good heart.”
—Michael Bernard Beckwith, Author of Life Visioning
“It’s never too late to improve your health, to give back, to find meaning in
life, and to awaken. Ilchi Lee shares with you how to do all of this, especially in
your later years.”
—Karen Berg, spiritual director of the Kabbalah Centre
“I am personally choosing to study with Ilchi Lee to ‘Live 120 Years’ to
fulfill my own life purpose. At 88, I feel as though I am getting newer every day!
For all of us who are experiencing the deep inner call to participate fully in the
next years of the most radical transformation humanity has ever known, this
book is an essential guide.”
—Barbara Marx Hubbard, Founder of the Foundation for Conscious
Evolution
“I especially benefitted from his guidance for integrating our physical,
mental and spiritual health that liberates us to realize exciting, meaningful, and
complete lives as we grow older. This book is a must-read for all of us who seek
to maximize our personal joy and the fullest realization of our purpose.”
—Reed Tuckson, MD, Advisory Committee of the National Center for
Complementary and Integrative Health at NIH
“He provides practical strategies, probing questions, and the art of story-
telling to inspire readers to challenge themselves not only to age gracefully but
to become fully enlightened. This is a must-read!”
—Jessie Jones, PhD, Director of the Center for Healthy Neighborhoods,
California State University, Fullerton
“This is a book of heartfelt sincerity that offers sustainable and practical
tools that will guide you into your twilight years with grace.”
—Darrell Wolfe, Ac.PhD.DNM, The Doc of Detox, Author of Healthy to
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Copyright 2017 by Ilchi Lee
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any
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Please understand that this book is not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any
disease or illness. The information in this book is intended for educational
purposes only, not as medical advice. Always check with your health
professional before changing your diet, eating, or health program. The author
and publisher disclaim any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use and
application of any of the book’s contents.
First paperback edition: November 2017
Library of Congress Control Number: 2017955288
ISBN-13: 978-1-935127-99-4
Cover and interior design by Kiryl Lysenka.
I dedicate this book to my father, who was my
teacher and friend and showed me what a life of
benevolence and completion really is.
Contents
Cover
Title page
Endorsements
Copyright
Dedication
Contents
INTRODUCTION: EMBRACING A NEW HUMANITY AND A NEW
EARTH
CHAPTER 1: I’VE DECIDED TO LIVE 120 YEARS
My Reason for Choosing a 120-year Life
What Do You Think About Living to 120?
Try Multiplying Your Age by 0.7
Life Habits Determine Longevity
How Long Will You Choose to Live?
CHAPTER 2: WHAT IS HUMANITY’S TRUE PATH?
First 60 Years for Success
A Paradigm for the Second Half of Life
Finding Your True Self
Expand to the Big Self
CHAPTER 3: HOW DO WE ACHIEVE COMPLETION?
Death for Completing Life
An Energy System for the Soul’s Completion
Life As a Work of Art
Let’s Become Enlightened Elders
CHAPTER 4: REFLECT ON THE FIRST HALF OF YOUR LIFE, DESIGN
THE SECOND
Rewriting the Story of Your Life
Confessions of a 95-year-old
Change Begins in Choice
Provide Your Own Health, Happiness, and Peace
CHAPTER 5: PHYSICAL POWER IS LIFE—JUST MOVE
One-Minute Exercise
Longevity Walking
Belly Button Healing
Master Mind, Master Body
CHAPTER 6: DISCOVER NEW SOURCES OF HAPPINESS
Master Your Environment
New Sources of Happiness
The Joy of Hongik
The Joy of Awakening
The Joy of Creation
CHAPTER 7: LET GO OF ATTACHMENTS TO FIND PEACE
Things That Weigh Down Our Souls
Meditation for the Soul’s Freedom
CHAPTER 8: DON’T FEAR SOLITUDE—ENJOY IT
Learning How to Enjoy Solitude
The Fragrance of Brilliant Solitude
CHAPTER 9: GIVE YOUR BRAIN HOPES AND DREAMS
Give Your Brain Vitamin H
If You Think You’re Old, You’ll Get Old
Don’t Leave Your Brain in Its Default Mode
Brain Meditation for Positive Energy
Our Brains Lead Us to Completion
CHAPTER 10: CULTIVATE YOURSELF CONTINUOUSLY
Three Realizations about Life
Continuously Train Your Body, Mind, and Spirit
Breathing Meditation for Encountering the Soul
Never Stop Cultivating Yourself
CHAPTER 11: SHARE AND GIVE
To Die without Regret
People Who Create the Joy of Sharing
How Should I Use My Life Energy?
CHAPTER 12: BE CLOSE TO NATURE
Let Go of Your Ego
Befriend Nature
Be Charged with Complete Energy
Prepare to Return to Nature
CHAPTER 13: WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND
Mentors for the Next Generation
Let’s Leave Behind a Better Environment
Let’s Live as Earth Citizens
Earth Citizen Hanabuchi Keiko
A Culture of Tolerance and Sharing
A New Future for Humanity
AFTERWORD: A SPECIAL INVITATION TO EARTH VILLAGE
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Resources