Optimistic people live 7 1/2 years longer than pessimistic people. In this episode, Dr. Roger, Teresa and Danielle discuss the benefits of positive thinking and living, and learning to adapt to life's curveballs in a healthful way.

Click here for episode #11 ("Longevity Wrap Up"): https://www.spreaker.com/user/masterpiece_living/summary-bsol-longevity-series

HELPFUL RESOURCES:
Why Thinking Positive Thoughts Won't Get You What You Want
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201502/why-thinking-positive-thoughts-wont-get-you-what-you

Counterclockwise: Mindful Health and the Power of Possibility
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0028M9EZK/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

Self-Fulfilling Prophesy: How Perceptions of Aging Affect Our Later Years
https://www.matherinstitute.com/senior-living-professionals/free-industry-information/self-fulfilling-prophecy/