I’m that one person in the family who tends to talk about uncomfortable topics — divorce, money, religion, and politics. But I especially talk about death more than most because I want to learn how to live a long, healthy life and find out how not to die.  Certain daily habits contribute to the decline of our health, and changing those habits will help you live longer. To learn how to avoid preventable diseases, start by changing some common unhealthy habits. 7 daily habits that help you live longer than you probably want to, according to experts: 1. Stop smoking If you’re under the age of 40, you can quit smoking now, and it will be like you never smoked. No matter how many years you’ve smoked, you have a right to be optimistic when it comes to quitting. The moment you stop smoking, the body begins to heal itself.  “Smokers mentally decline at a rate five times greater than non-smokers,” according to WebMD. So, even if you follow a healthy diet, smoking not only negates the positive …