Optimistic thinking is a resiliency skill that helps people to overcome adversity and reach life goals. Remember the old metaphor “Is the glass is half-full or half-empty?” This is a perfect example ...

Optimism and the transformative power of positive thinking take center stage in modern wellness discussions, backed by compelling scientific evidence showing its impact on both mental and physical ...

Optimistic thinking has long been immortalized in self-help books as the key to happiness, good health and longevity but it can also lead to poor decision making, with particularly serious ...

Have you ever wondered if you could train your brain to think more positively? It’s not just wishful thinking; it's neuroscience. The brain’s ability to adapt and form new connections provides a ...

You’re running late to work because you overslept (thanks for nothing, alarm clock!) when suddenly, your shoe sticks to the sidewalk. Yup, you just stepped in gum. Five minutes later, you’re almost at ...

The concept of learned optimism has emerged as a groundbreaking approach to psychological well-being, reshaping the way we understand and cultivate positive mental states. This evolving field of ...

If you've ever told your child to look on the bright side, or taught them to see the glass as half full, you might wonder if ...

It may seem impossible to feel upbeat about the future, especially now. But there are common traits optimists share that can help improve anyone’s outlook. By Eva Holland The Bright Side is a series ...

Share on Pinterest Certain personality traits such as excessive optimism may be linked to lower cognition, a new study suggests. Ingrid Bertens/Stocksy Optimism, specifically in financial matters, may ...

The topic of pessimism versus optimism is not as clear-cut as one might think. Aspects of each can have advantages and disadvantages, depending on the situation. However, as with other emotional and ...

Imagination rules the world, as the saying goes. True, imagination is the source of all visible actions, but it alone is ...