How Do Thoughts & Emotions Impact Health?

Stress from negative attitudes and feelings of helplessness and hopelessness can upset the body's hormone balance and lower the brain chemicals required for feelings of happiness, an can damage the immune system.

Feeling positive emotion recovers from cardiovascular stress, better sleep, fewer colds, and a greater sense of overall happiness. The good news is not only that positive attitudes—such as playfulness, gratitude, love, interest, serenity, and feeling connected to others—have a direct impact on health and wellbeing.