The science of optimism & how you can cultivate it

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In this video, I discuss Martin Seligman's theory of learned optimism, including what optimism is, how it can be developed, and the body of research showing its association with better health and achievement. I also go into the differences between healthy optimism and toxic positivity, which has been correlated with narcissism.

Intro music: Church of 8 Wheels by Otis McDonald

Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
1:03 3 Components of Optimism
3:39 How optimism is good for you
5:25 Why optimism is good for mental health
9:00 How to become more optimistic
12:23 Toxic positivity vs. Optimism

Read more on optimism:
https://positivepsychology.com/learned-optimism/#research
https://www.verywellmind.com/learned-optimism-4174101
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Psychology
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