Japan’s Jiroemon Kimura was the oldest person in the world when he died in June 2013 … at the age of 116. If anyone knew the secret to longevity, it was Kimura. Here are some of his tips for a long and happy life.

1. Exercise every day
2. Eat small portions
3. Let adversity make you strong
4. Read the news every day
5. Stay close to nature
6. Have gratitude
7. Laugh often
8. Break life up into small parts – instead of trying to handle everything at once, break it into small steps.