10. Strong community bonds support mental health.
Their life revolves around family, church, community.
They have↓ depression and anxiety rates than average.
• Evening gratitude circle: Family shares 3 appreciations before bed
• Memory games weekly to keep minds sharp
5. Virtually zero screen time.
Most Amish people avoid TVs, computers, smartphones, tablets.
This means better sleep and lower anxiety rates. They:
• Wake naturally between 4:30-5:00 AM without alarms
• Get immediate morning sunlight: resets rhythms