The Psychology of Longevity: How Your Mind Quietly Shapes Your Lifespan
By Dr. Kione Teta, ND, LAc · February 16, 2026 · Longevity Series - Part 2: 2(10)
When we talk about longevity, we usually start with the body — diet, exercise, sleep, genetics, biomarkers. These are tangible, measurable, reassuringly concrete. But one of the most powerful determinants of lifespan is far less visible and far more difficult to quantify:
This is the opening of the article. The full piece is on Kione's Substack for paid subscribers.