Longevity - Combining the wisdom of centenarians with the latest scientific research. In this talk we will discuss... - Lessons learned from the Blue Zones of the world. - How deepening your friendships, developing optimism, kindness, and finding your purpose in life can help you live to 100. - Practical and evidence based guidance from the latest research in neuroscience to make the most of your 70's, 80's and 90's. - The role of stress and negative thinking and how to reduce these factors. - Scientific reasons why moving more can help you find more pleasure, connection, courage, and hope in your life. - How to find happiness, harmony in your life and a renewed zest for living. Presenter: Lynda Montis Lynda is an internationally recognized motivational speaker and entrepreneur. She draws on her formal training as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist with a specialty in weight management, her experience as a certified yoga, Pilates and barre instructor, as well as her personal experience losing and maintaining the loss of 42% of her total body weight. Lynda has struggled with weight issues since childhood and after 4 pregnancies decided to dedicate her time and education to the study of nutrition, obesity and movement. She opened a Yoga and Wellness Centre in Richmond Hill, Ontario and began teaching and leading numerous workshops in both movement and weight loss through lifestyle changes including presenting at the Annual Canadian Holistic Nutrition Conference. Lynda is passionate to share numerous tips on ways to increase motivation and willpower as well as how to make changes to destructive habits and personal food environment. She is also looking forward to sharing her current interest in the study of the longest lived cultures of the world and their lessons for us to age with mobility, vibrancy & joy.