Dr. Narendra K Shetty, Chief Wellness Officer at Kshemavana, discusses the importance of holistic health and how to redefine your lifestyle to prevent disease. He highlights that while genes may predispose you to a condition, your lifestyle ultimately triggers the disease. The talk covers how chronic stress and your own thoughts can impact your health, both positively and negatively. Dr. Shetty also introduces "Blue Zones," areas with the highest life expectancy, and shares the principles of their longevity, which include a plant-based diet, low-level physical activity, and a strong sense of purpose. As Chief Wellness Officer at Kshemavana, he brings over 3.5 years of expertise in leading transformative wellness initiatives rooted in traditional Indian healing systems. With a strong focus on operational excellence and evidence-based wellness concepts, he curates immersive and personalized experiences that foster physical rejuvenation and holistic well-being.His background includes supporting wellness ventures from pre-opening through post-launch operations, ensuring seamless execution and long-term success. Combining deep knowledge of clinical operations, customer service, and lifestyle modification strategies, his mission is to empower individuals and organizations to achieve optimal health through tailored wellness solutions This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx