Common Psychological Traits in Italians Aged 90 to 101
Dec 19, 2017 12:02:27 GMT
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Study finds group displays distinct optimism, stubbornness and bond with family, religion and land
Source and full article: Common psychological traits in group of Italians aged 90 to 101
Summary:
In remote Italian villages nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and mountains lives a group of several hundred citizens over the age of 90. Researchers have identified common psychological traits in members of this group.
Some direct quotes from the study's interviews include:
"I lost my beloved wife only a month ago and I am very sad for this. We were married for 70 years. I was close to her during all of her illness and I have felt very empty after her loss. But thanks to my sons, I am now recovering and feeling much better. I have four children, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. I have fought all my life and I am always ready for changes. I think changes bring life and give chances to grow."
"I am always thinking for the best. There is always a solution in life. This is what my father has taught me: to always face difficulties and hope for the best."
"I am always active. I do not know what stress is. Life is what it is and must be faced ... always."
"If I have to say, I feel younger now than when I was young."
Source and full article: Common psychological traits in group of Italians aged 90 to 101
Summary:
In remote Italian villages nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and mountains lives a group of several hundred citizens over the age of 90. Researchers have identified common psychological traits in members of this group.
Some direct quotes from the study's interviews include:
"I lost my beloved wife only a month ago and I am very sad for this. We were married for 70 years. I was close to her during all of her illness and I have felt very empty after her loss. But thanks to my sons, I am now recovering and feeling much better. I have four children, ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. I have fought all my life and I am always ready for changes. I think changes bring life and give chances to grow."
"I am always thinking for the best. There is always a solution in life. This is what my father has taught me: to always face difficulties and hope for the best."
"I am always active. I do not know what stress is. Life is what it is and must be faced ... always."
"If I have to say, I feel younger now than when I was young."