Do we always have to be positive?

In general the answer has to be 'yes'. In our book we quote the Yale University research studies that state that if we have a positive outlook towards our own ageing then we can live an extra 7.5 years - a bigger influence than not smoking or regular exercise. However, I firmly believe that just occasionally one can indulge in a little cynicism. As such I loved this quotation from Anthony Powell that was quoted recently in the Independant:

"Growing old is like being increasingly penalized for a crime you haven't committed."