11 Daily Habits of Indians Who Seem to Age Slowly

8. Use breathwork, short meditation, and social rituals for stress relief

Daily short practices like five minutes of pranayama, a brief guided meditation, or evening chai with family are common and calming. Many elders use a short breath routine—deep abdominal breaths or alternate-nostril breathing—before starting the day or after work. Social rituals matter too: a daily phone call to children or a neighbor's walk provides connection and routine. Start with two to five minutes of breathwork twice daily and prioritize one social contact a day. Stress management is closely tied to aging. Lower chronic stress supports cognitive resilience and reduces harmful inflammation. NDTV and other outlets reporting on lifestyle and brain health highlight that consistent stress-reduction practices can improve cognitive metrics that often decline with age. Simple breath practices are accessible, low-risk, and effective.