The power of positive thinking can change health and well being. Reducing negative self talk and making real lasting changes can increase overall health by reducing stress and depression. Constant negativity and ruminating over something negative can really take its toll. Psychological health can effect your overall immune system as well. Cancer survivors also stress positive benefits and greater happiness from self-affirmations. The positive your thoughts, you actually feel better inside. Adapting things like practicing mindfulness and having a gratitude journal can promote positive thinking that can lead to real change.

Key Takeaways:

• Positive thoughts can lead to greater happiness and success at life.
• By using the power of positive thinking you can affect your overall well being.
• Older people with chronic mild depression have weaker immune system. Stress also can have a negative effect on the body.

“The study found that participants with more than one disorder rated higher in repetitive negative thinking patterns. Researchers concluded that worry and ruminating, or repetitively going over the same thought, should specifically be treated regardless of one’s diagnosis.”

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