All it does is distort your mind. Grandma Moses, the celebrated American folk artist, seems to have agreed with Garland that avoiding stress is a significant factor in successful aging. She always insisted that she never allowed herself to get upset about little things. In her 70s, when she developed painful arthritis in her hands, she didn't consult a doctor but instead, swallowed a teaspoon of turpentine every night for three months. Her discomfort miraculously disappeared but her fingers were left very stiff.
Marriage also appears to be viewed as a positive factor in enjoying a very long life.
According to the Guinness Book of Records, Harry Stevens at 103, holds the record for becoming the oldest groom. His blushing bride was 83. Another centenarian, interviewed during a study done on 1,100 of his equals certainly exploited the alleged benefits of the marital status. He was married eight times and had 38 children. Her youthful groom was only 89.