optimism

Why Do Optimists Live Longer?

July 7, 2022

Do you tend to see the glass as half full, rather than half empty? Are you always looking on the bright side of life? If so, you might be surprised to learn that this [...]

Do Optimistic Women Live Longer?

June 16, 2022

A positive outlook makes you feel better – but does it make you healthier? A study of over 150,000 US women has found a link between optimism and longevity. The study, [...]

Can Optimism Add Years to Your Life?

October 15, 2020

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health factors were often omitted from longevity metrics. We know how influential diet is to this equation and the same can be [...]

Do Optimistic People Live Longer?

April 8, 2020

Individuals with higher levels of optimism are more likely to live longer compared to pessimistic people, reaching the age of 85 or older. This finding is a result of a 30 [...]

Does Optimism Lead to Living Longer?

August 28, 2019

Optimistic people are more likely to live until their 85th birthday and beyond, according to a study spanning decades. The trait was linked to living 11 to 15 percent longer, [...]