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by matai_kolila 1352 days ago
> Be religious

Er, seems like an outlier on this list. I doubt religion, which often suggests causes and effects originating from divinity rather than predictive behavior, will overall result in life extending decisions.

Besides, just logically it would seem to be a source of acceptance of your impending death, when perhaps continuing to fight for life may be the superior strategy.

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https://time.com/5159848/do-religious-people-live-longer

added sources for other points in the comments as well

Pre-COVID data suggesting "gathering regularly in person makes you live longer" would seemingly be not as relevant now.

Additionally, I see no control for "religiousness" of the gathering, only "The simple act of congregating with a like-minded community might deserve much of the credit."

So, per your own source, "be religious" is not what would extend your life and is therefore not accurate advice.

you seem to be reaching
Not reaching, just noticing.