secrets to eternal youth

I believe that the secret to a long, happy life lies in simplicity and beauty and this short film reaffirms that belief.

Shot in Fire Island, New York, this inspiring short film (4 min. 23 sec) created by artist and filmmaker Julia Warr captures the secrets of eternal youth as Maia Helles, a Russian ballet dancer turns 95 but still remains resolutely independent, healthy and as fit as a forty year old.

“My secret to long life is simplicity, and work, and enjoyment.”

Maia Helles

Maia’s beauty shines not only from within, but inhabits her home and everything she makes. She’s my kind of role model.

14 replies to “secrets to eternal youth”

adollyciousirony says:

January 22, 2012 at 2:47 pm

Thanks for sharing this. I love it! 🙂

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 24, 2012 at 4:16 pm
  
  Thanks for reblogging this post.
  
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Lynn Somerstein says:

January 22, 2012 at 4:10 pm

Thank you.

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 24, 2012 at 4:19 pm
  
  Thanks for visiting my blog Lynn.
  
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marilyn leibbrand says:

January 22, 2012 at 4:49 pm

Beautiful, she is amazing, thanks for sharing

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myartfullife says:

January 22, 2012 at 7:14 pm

What a pleasure – thank you for sharing.

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 24, 2012 at 4:18 pm
  
  Thanks for reblogging it.
  
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Wanda Struthers says:

January 23, 2012 at 8:10 am

This inspires me to exercise! Also to recaulk and paint my windows! All different ways to exercise.. Thanks for the inspiration!

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 24, 2012 at 4:21 pm
  
  The saying “use it or lose it” sure applies to our bodies’ flexibility. I better start stretching.
  
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Diana Remmer says:

January 23, 2012 at 10:58 am

now I DEFINETLY have to start my daily exercise routine!! She is amazing!! Loved the look at the possibility of aging actively!! and embracing it !! Cheers Diana

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 24, 2012 at 4:22 pm
  
  Old age looks good when we’re still youthful inside. She positively glows.
  
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Lila Cheekytree says:

January 23, 2012 at 7:57 pm

Thanks everyone for all your comments & likes. More inspiration to come! 🙂

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pillangoblog says:

January 30, 2012 at 4:33 am

great to tumble on to this wonderful, inspiring movie – thank you so much for this insight into the life of a graceful, beautiful woman

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1. Lila Cheekytree says:
  
  January 31, 2012 at 4:11 pm
  
  Thanks for reblogging this post on your blog.
  
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