The science behind optimists vs pessimists
Are you an optimist who always sees the glass half full, or a pessimist who always sees a glass half empty? Whatever the case, your outlook may be out of your control.
In one of their videos, ASAPScience pose the question: Can science explain your emotional perspective and outlook on life?
As it turns out, our genetics influence how we view the world. But don’t think that a sunny outlook is always best, with studies showing that pessimist generally have a longer lifespan than optimists. As the video points out, both outlooks come with their own sets of pros and cons. Find out what they are in the video above.
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