Dick Van Dyke Credits His Longevity To His Positive Outlook – And Research Says Optimists Live Longer
Van Dyke credits quitting smoking and alcohol, avoiding anger, and staying active for his longevity, supported by studies linking optimism to 11-15% longer life expectancy.
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Dick Van Dyke Credits His Longevity To His Positive Outlook – And Research Says Optimists Live Longer
The beloved actor credits his remarkable longevity to his positive outlook and never getting angry. The post Dick Van Dyke Credits His Longevity To His Positive Outlook – And Research Says Optimists Live Longer appeared first on Study Finds.
Dick Van Dyke’s surprising path to 100
Dick Van Dyke, the beloved star of “Mary Poppins” and “The Dick Van Dyke Show,” says giving up alcohol and cigarettes decades ago is one reason he’s still thriving at 99 years old. The actor, who turns 100 on December 13, shared his story at a recent event in Malibu, California.
Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to his positive outlook – and research says optimists live longer
Dick Van Dyke, the legendary American actor and comedian who starred in classics such as Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, turns 100 on December 13. The beloved actor credits his remarkable longevity to his positive outlook and never getting angry. While longevity of course comes down to many factors – including genetics and lifestyle – there is some truth to Van Dyke’s claims. Numerous studies have shown that keeping stress levels low a…
Dick Van Dyke, one of the most iconic faces in the Disney world, claims that his life choices were key to reaching 100 years of age with energy, which he will turn on December 13. The actor said that as time went by he understood what things had to change to feel better physically and emotionally. During a recent event at his Malibu home, he recalled that, for decades, he did not realize that he had a personality very prone to excesses. “He actu…
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