Cheer up, or die

Scientists do not agree on a definition of happiness but they do agree that people that have a more positive outlook live longer. According to the CNN article, Being happier will help you live longer, so learn how to be happier, there are four areas that are important to address when discussing the science of happiness. Social connections, optimism, meaning and purpose, and spirituality.

Research showed that each of these traits leads to a happier and healthier life. One Harvard study showed that “optimists had a 24% increased likelihood of maintaining healthy aging”