The Positive Shift: Mastering Mindset to Improve Happiness, Health, and Longevity

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By Catherine A. Sanderson *97

Published Feb. 14, 2019

Research has shown that having a positive attitude can greatly improve health and life expectancy. The Positive Shift (BenBella) dives into the neuroscience and psychology reinforcing the power of positivity and touches on simple ways to cultivate a more positive outlook on life, such as generosity and experiencing nature.

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