This article's quite a bit longer than the ones I usually post BUT it's a very interesting and thought provoking, not to mention informative and useful article so I hope you find some time to read it in the near future...
There's no doubt that happy people think about the world in a different way. There's no doubt that real optimism, not just "positive thinking", is a vital piece in the puzzle that is happiness. For some poeople, optimism (and, therefore, happiness) comes naturally; for others, it can...
by Stephen Guise from PickTheBrain Optimism maximizes potential as pessimism squashes it. Look at these five distinguishing differences between optimists and pessimists and tell me – which one are you? 1. Optimists Believe They Are In Control Optimists believe they can shape their future. They see no reason...
By Dr Jason Selk from MindBodyGreen Ask any successful person to divulge the secret to winning, to meeting and exceeding goals, to feeling fulfilled and accomplished, and he'll usually say that optimism is key. Optimism is what helps us deal with unexpected change, crushing stress, and...
A big part of ALL our programs and offerings here at The Happiness Institute is instruction in optimistic thinking; that is, real optimism, not just positive thinking. The difference between real optimism and "pop" positive thinking is that one is grounded in reality and the other...
I can confidently state that optimism is good...
If happiness wasn't a desirable goal in and of itself then how about contemplating that happiness and optimism may well protect your heart and help you live longer! Happiness = longevity ...
This blog is about finding ways to enjoy more happiness. Happiness is intricately linked to thinking optimistically. Thinking optimistically (and, therefore, happiness) can be learned! Accordingly, I think it's worth sharing this simple and hopefully helpful article from the Huffington Post...
Looking on the bright side of life could be one of the keys to living a long and happy existence, writes Marty Wilson. In Hamlet, Shakespeare wrote ''there is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so''. Being someone who is absurdly optimistic, to the...
Is it OK to be a bit negative if it protects you from potential hurt and loss? Is it OK to guard against misery and other negative emotions even if it limits your happiness and the experience of positive emotions? In short, the simple answer to these...
