How OK Are You With a Bittersweet Life? The Science of Embracing Life’s Dualities in Old Age

As we reel in the years and our horizon narrows, life offers us an invitation to reconcile its sweetness and its sorrows.

This perspective, often called the bittersweet mindset, is not just poetic; it’s deeply rooted in psychological and physiological research.

Embracing life’s dualities can lead to greater emotional well-being, cognitive flexibility, and even a longer lifespan. Let’s explore what science says about the bittersweet mindset, especially in the context of growing older.