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New research suggests a positive attitude toward aging can add an average of 7.5 years to your life.
While diet and exercise are important, a person's outlook on getting older is often overlooked.
Physical challenges and health issues can make it difficult to maintain a positive mindset with age.
Choosing to approach each day with gratitude and hope may be a key factor for a longer, more enjoyable life.
I’ve worked with thousands of seniors in my career, and I’ve met some of the most delightful people who have enriched my life in countless ways.
I’ve also met a few who were pretty negative — downright grumpy — and they inspired me too, though not in the same way. I quickly learned that I did not want to grow into an old, cantankerous person. Part of my education h