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Being Conscientious
November 29, 2011
Two watermelons cannot be held in one hand.
-Persian Proverb
"The best childhood personality predictor of longevity is actually conscientiousness."  This is the conclusion of a study that has followed 1,528 San Francisco 11-year olds since 1921, as reported in Work & Family Life (July 2011).  The lead researchers, Howard Friedman and Leslie Martin, observe...

  • Conscientious people are more likely to live healthy lives, to not smoke or drink to excess, to wear seat belts, to follow doctor's orders, and to take medication as prescribed.

  • Conscientious people tend to find themselves in healthier situations and relationships:  happier marriages, better friendships, healthier work situations.





 
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