The average life expectancy of people in the Qing Dynasty was only 33 years, but Emperor Kangxi lived 68 years old, and Emperor Qianlong lived even longer, 89 years old. They were all outstanding emperors of the Qing Dynasty and were known for their diligence and love for the people. But why do they live so long?
One might think that they must have taken anti-aging medications. However, this is not the case. In ancient times, immortality was only the dream of emperors, and there was no real elixir. Those so-called panaceas were nothing more than lies concocted by the alchemists to cater to the desires of the emperors.
Even Ming monarchs who enjoyed great fame in ancient times, such as Liu Che, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, and Li Shimin, Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, were once fascinated by the temptation of immortality in their later years. In order to find a "secret recipe" that would keep them young forever, they did not hesitate to mobilize the people, so that the people would suffer the pain of labor and money. However, in the end, they ended up with a bamboo basket and left a bad reputation.
During the Qing Dynasty, the concentration of monarchy reached an unprecedented height. Having learned the lessons of the previous dynasty, the Qing Dynasty set up a military aircraft department and elevated the cabinet, making the emperor the sole center of power, and no minister could assist in handling government affairs. In addition, the ancestral training of the Qing Dynasty was extremely strict, which made the emperors of the Qing Dynasty have the quality of love and dedication, which is the gene flowing in their blood.
Therefore, the workload of these emperors was enormous, which also led to the emergence of model workers. Emperors such as Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong were typical diligent emperors, who got up early every day and had a lunch break throughout the year, and it was common for black and white to be reversed. It is worth mentioning that Kangxi was the longest-reigning emperor in Chinese history, having ascended the throne at the age of 8 and ruling for 61 years, while his grandson, Emperor Qianlong, ruled only one year shorter.
Although the emperor's profession may seem glamorous, it is actually undoubtedly a high-risk profession.
Emperor Kangxi was a very diligent emperor, and he had to deal with a lot of government affairs every day. However, he pays great attention to the way of health. He insisted on moderate physical exercises, such as horseback riding, archery, etc. In addition, he also pays great attention to eating a healthy diet, focusing on light foods and avoiding excessively oily and spicy foods.
Emperor Qianlong was also a diligent emperor, but he also paid attention to health. He is very fond of hunting and sports, which not only exercises his body but also keeps him in a positive state of mind. In addition, he also pays attention to eating a balanced diet and avoiding overeating.
In addition to a healthy lifestyle and a positive mindset, the Kangxi and Qianlong emperors also placed great emphasis on connecting with the people. They
We care about the living conditions of the people, listen to the voices of the people, and try our best to solve social problems. This close connection with the people makes them cherish life more and love life more.
To sum up, the longevity of Emperor Kangxi and Emperor Qianlong was not accidental. Their healthy lifestyle, positive mindset, and strong connection to their people are all important factors in their longevity. This tells us that in order to maintain a long and healthy life, we must not only have good life Xi habits and a positive attitude, but also pay attention to social issues and care for others.