The most common approach heading into a big competition is to think positively–visualize the best-case scenario, focus on improving times or beating opponents, and avoid worrying about negative ...

Those who haven’t struggled with any form of mental illness find it difficult to understand the rigidity of highly negative, and even obviously false, beliefs. They wonder how it’s possible that ...

Yet, perhaps ironically, when people discover that they are defensive pessimists, many report feeling relief and validation. Here is Dr. Norem, in her own words, on 7 myths about optimism and ...

We are back with another Sunday Pessimism, coming off the fourth straight Longhorns win. Entering the 4th quarter, I had some things to write for this piece, but I was thinking this was going to be ...

Beckerman concludes in his book review, “hopeful pessimism demands action, because there are no promises; it banishes wishful thinking.” The notion of hopeful pessimism struck a chord with me in ...

It’s no secret that optimism has become the defining characteristic of our time. You’ve probably heard the pep talks: “Just stay positive!” or “Visualize success!” It’s practically a cultural reflex ...