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    • Healthy aging and successful aging are distinct but related concepts focusing on positive aging.
    • Healthy aging encompasses physical, psychological, and social well-being.
    • Successful aging emphasizes the preservation of functional capacities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To synthesize the role of self-esteem and self-compassion in healthy aging.
    • To explore self-perception as a tool for interventions supporting older adults' well-being.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature synthesis and review.
    • Exploration of psychological factors in aging.

    Main Results:

    • Lifestyle factors like physical activity and social interaction promote successful aging.
    • Satisfactory self-perception, including self-esteem and self-compassion, is crucial for healthy aging.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimizing self-esteem and self-compassion are effective strategies for addressing aging challenges.
    • Self-perception can be leveraged for interventions to enhance the well-being of older adults.