Some advantages of having a Positive Attitude in Life? There are many advantages to cultivating a positive mental attitude towards life. Research has shown that people who possess a positive mental attitude are likely to live longer, enjoy better health and obviously report to being happier than average. In an online poll, 59% of people said that the “key to happiness” is determined by your mental attitude.  People with a positive mental attitude are easy to spot. They may not necessarily be the best...