Keeping an individual’s body active through physical activity and eating a good diet will always result in better overall health and a longer life. However, negativity in one’s life can have a significant impact on them, as it affects not only their mental health but also their life expectancy. And, Arnold Schwarzenegger discusses this in his newsletter, since the bodybuilder has an antidote to it, which is simply remaining positive.
Positivity may cure a person in a variety of ways because it is all about seeing things more vibrantly than they already are. This entire perception alteration has a significant impact on the human body, as the Austrian Oak writes:
“Research suggests a positive perception about aging could determine how long you live.”
The bodybuilder provides an overview of the two sides, positivity and negativity, as those who appear to be optimistic live longer than those who have a negative perception, as they face more health problems over their lifetime.
While scientists are still attempting to figure out why negative individuals tend to have many diseases, they have discovered that having a positive mindset makes people 50% less likely to get dementia. The Austrian Oak also gives some information on the lifespan aspect of positivity, as he writes:
“An earlier study also found that a positive perception of aging can help you live up to seven years longer.”
The Terminator actor went on to add that the life-expanding advantages of positivity were observed among the participants in the study regardless of gender, age, financial level, or other criteria commonly connected with lifespan.
The observational study also tracked the health of people over 23 years based on their attitudes toward aging, and the longevity boost was bigger than the other factors, such as decreasing blood pressure and cholesterol, keeping a healthy weight, exercising, or even quitting smoking. This mindset shift is a big benefit to one’s health, as he writes:
“Research suggests that those who believe they have a higher likelihood of disease tend to do fewer of the positive health behaviors that promote better health.”
These positive and negative effects are entirely dependent on an individual’s mental state, and as some people suffer stress in their lives, they may experience increased tension and worry. However, the bodybuilder has offered his ‘village’ members a simpler approach to prevent these two adverse effects.
Arnold Schwarzenegger unveils a positive impact of kindness
According to seven-time Mr. Olympia, kindness has the potential to significantly reduce the impact of anxiety and stress in one’s life. The bodybuilder also acknowledges that eradicating this common tendency from an individual’s brain is incredibly tough because of the multitude of external factors that drive it.
Arnold Schwarzenegger describes how scientists conducted over 200 studies with over 200,000 individuals and found that kindness enhanced well-being, strengthened connections, and induced psychological and physiological changes.
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The Terminator actor adds that making people happy can help shut down recurring negative thoughts and foster a sense of belonging. This will also enhance optimism and boost serotonin and dopamine levels in the person, reducing stress and anxiety in their lives.
