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Why Lacking Charisma and Hanging Out with Toxic People Can Decrease Your Longevity with Vanessa Van Edwards

Nov 20, 2023
Vanessa Van Edwards, a charisma expert and researcher, shares the science behind personality traits that promote longevity. Topics discussed include the benefits of charisma, key personality traits, cognitive load, connecting with children, verbal tools for better social interactions, red flags in relationships, fear centers in the brain, and the importance of practicing key reading.
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Quick takeaways

  • Developing charisma and key personality traits can contribute to a longer and healthier life by improving social interactions and increasing overall happiness and well-being.
  • Highly agreeable individuals tend to live longer as they default to cooperation and seek to please others, while conscientious individuals are better at creating systems and habits that support their health and well-being.

Deep dives

The importance of extroversion and connection for longevity

Research shows that extroverts who have strong connections with others tend to live longer. The more connected we are, the more oxytocin we have and the more supported we feel. Highly extroverted individuals who surround themselves with supportive and loving people are more likely to lead healthier lives. Developing charisma and key personality traits can contribute to a longer and healthier life.

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