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A Happy, Optimistic Outlook May Protect Your Heart

TIME’s Healthland Blog | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"A new paper by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) suggests that positive psychological well-being may reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and other adverse cardiovascular events..."

Having A Positive Outlook On Life 'Wards Off Heart Disease'

The Huffington Post UK | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"Looking on the bright side of life not only boosts your mood – it could also help you live longer, claims a recent study..."

Positive outlook on life linked to lower risk of heart attacks: research

The Daily Telegraph Online | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"People who are able to enjoy simple pleasures, have a sunny disposition and positive outlook on life are less likely to have heart attacks and strokes, it has been found..."

Positive Outlook could Keep your Heart Healthy

MarieClaire.co.uk | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"Optimism, life satisfaction and happiness can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes by 50 per cent, according to research at the Harvard School of Public Health..."

One New, Harvard-Vetted Reason To Make Yourself Happy

Life Lift: The Oprah blog | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"We've been hearing for years that negative emotional states, like depression, anger, anxiety, and hostility, can have negative health effects, but less was known about positive moods--until now..."

Being happy and optimistic associated with improved cardiovascular health

Examiner.com | Apr 18, 2012 | The Heart's Content: The Association Between Positive Psychological Well-Being and Cardiovascular Health
"Even in ancient times, holistic healers recognized the importance of the mind-emotions-body-spirit connection..."

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