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The Power of Words

The Power Of Words

In a study that demonstrates the power of words to reinforce or change negative stereotypes, Levy exposed different groups to words flashed on a computer screen so quickly that they weren’t consciously aware of what they were seeing.

One group was exposed to words that reflected a positive attitude toward aging, such as wisdom and experience. The other group was exposed to words that reflected a negative stereotype of aging, such as disease and dying.

The group exposed to the negative words scored significantly lower on memory and mathematics tests, due to the increase in their stress levels and a decreased sense of self-confidence. The group exposed to the positive words improved their test scores and reported a stronger sense of perceived well-being.

So be wary of negative self-programming and conversations that focus on commiseration (literally “to be miserable together”), and focus instead on positive role models, words and images associated with healthy aging as you move from your 20s to your 30s, 40s and beyond.

To learn more about Michael J Gelb and his other best-selling books, please visit www.michaelgelb.com. Be sure to come back for tomorrow for Part 2 of our "Brain Workout" series, “Improve Memory and Learning As You Age.”

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