Having A Positive Mindset Really Improves Our Overall Health.
Decades of studies have demonstrated that having a positive attitude and mindset can significantly improve our overall physical and mental health.
According to a study published by the American Psychological Association, individuals who possess a positive outlook on life are more likely to experience greater overall wellbeing and better physical health than those who have a more pessimistic perspective (Tugade, Fredrickson, & Barrett, 2004).
This is likely because having a positive outlook helps us to better cope with and manage stress, which can have a detrimental impact on our physical and psychological health.
Having a positive attitude can also help to boost our immune system and make us less susceptible to illness. This is because when we have a positive outlook, our body releases a hormone known as oxytocin, which helps to reduce the stress hormone cortisol and increase the activity of our immune cells (Hibberd, 2013).
Additionally, researchers have found that individuals with a positive mindset are more likely to engage in healthy behaviours and have a better quality of life than those who have a negative outlook (Hibberd, 2013).
Moreover, having a positive outlook can help to reduce the risk of certain physical illnesses, including heart disease and diabetes (Tugade et al., 2004). Additionally, having a positive attitude has also been shown to reduce the risk of depression and anxiety, which can have a major impact on our physical and mental health (Hibberd, 2013).
In conclusion, having a positive attitude and outlook can have a significant and beneficial impact on our physical and mental wellbeing. This is likely because it helps us to cope better with stress and reduces the risk of certain physical illnesses.
Furthermore, having a positive mindset also helps us to engage in healthier behaviours, which can further improve our physical and mental health.
References:
Hibberd, C. (2013). Positive attitude boosts immunity, lowers risk of illness.
Tugade, M.M., Fredrickson, B.L., & Barrett, L.F. (2004). Psychological resilience and positive emotional granularity: Examining the benefits of positive emotions on coping and health. Journal of Personality, 72(6), 1161-1190. doi:10.1111/j.1467-6494.2004.00290.x
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