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The Surprising Benefits of Religion & What Living In Outer Space Does To A Person

Something You Should Know

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Is Religion Really Good for Your Health?

There's some longitudinal data that shows if people become more religious, they then have better outcomes. But the mechanisms by which it's going to do that are going to be many, right? It reduces stress. Reducing stress gives you better health. People who are more dedicated to religion often abuse substances less. That will make you feel better. They're less lonely. Loneliness is as bad for your health as smoking in terms of the years it takes off your life if it's chronic.

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