Positivethinking is one of the most powerful applications of the human mind and yet isunderrated and often misunderstood. For positive thinking to work it has tostart from the very essence of yourself, and it must begin from the very coreof who you are. From there it shines outwards and transforms your personallife, environment and then extends beyond into the universe itself. Positivethinking is powerful, miraculous and deceptively simple. Researchers continue to explore the effects ofpositive thinking and optimism on health. Health benefits that positivethinking may provide include:

Increased life span

Lower rates of depression

Lower levels of distress

Greater resistance to the common cold

Better psychological and physicalwell-being

Reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease

Better coping skills during hardships and times of stress