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Being a Pessimist Is Bad for Your Health, According to Science

Is the glass half-empty, half-full, or about to fall off of the table? This adage represents, broadly, the state of mind most of us share. However, you might not have known that being a half-full kind of guy, might actually be bad for your health.

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Is there more truth to the idea that optimists live longer, healthier lives than their more browbeaten and depressed counterparts? Science — and spirituality guru Deepak Chopra, seem to have some answers to that question.

For some, being a pessimist might mean not laughing at the latest episode of “Last Man Standing” – or even reruns of “The Office” or “Parks and Recreation,” or not cracking a smile at Justin Bieber's social media antics or even a bad dad joke. However, according to research, being a pessimist can signal something more serious.

As it turns out, having a pessimistic attitude can have unhealthy consequences and it all begins with a bad night's rest.

Poor sleep habits seem common for the average American male, whether caused by too many cold ones and spicy nachos before bed or something more pressing and serious. Anxiety, depression, and the accompanying pessimism can lead to very poor sleep patterns – not only via binge eating or drinking as mentioned, but also because of too much time on the smartphone or simple nervousness.

“Anticipating the consequences of forgetting to reply to an email or being unprepared for a meeting that’s weeks away can prevent you from getting at least seven hours of sleep,” Chopra said to CNBC.

The solution? For one, stay away from work just before bed. Even though we live in a world which never seems to sleep, and technology has been both a blessing and a curse in terms of our working lives, nothing compares to a good night's sleep.

Did you know that being overly pessimistic in your outlook can also kill brain cells? The fact is that the Eeyore's of the world spend so much time predicting a harsh and brutal future that their brain continually produces the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is also responsible for shrinking one's brain – so that's another thing to worry about, as Dr. Janette Nesheiwat told Healthline. “High cortisol levels secreted due to stress can reduce the volume of the brain.”

Heart disease is another complication of poor lifestyle choices and stresses brought on by pessimism. All of these serious complications can become self-fulfilling prophecies if left unattended, Chopra reiterates, also suggesting some simple solutions.

The spiritualist recommends taking up the ancient and time-honored practice of meditation, stating that even a commitment of 15 minutes a day can improve your life (and overall health.) Also, it can be helpful to adopt a spirit of detachment from the worries of the world and try to put some mental and emotional distance between yourself and your fears.

Finally, if all else fails, seek treatment. You may be suffering from depression rather than the downside of a simple personality trait.

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