Thus, recent studies have revealed the secret of a long life. If until now it was thought that genes are responsible for the quality and length of life, newest main determinant is the way we think.
Specifically, a life full of stress will only lead to serious medical problems like heart problems and even cancer. It was found that stress is the main cause of breast cancer, 160 patients analyzed, while "unexpressed anger and feelings detained" are also an important cause various cancers.
The best example of positive thinking results is Jeanne Calment who lived 122 years although disordered eating and smoking more than 100 years. She was born into a wealthy family and had no care for life.