Most Americans know the legend of Johnny Appleseed. In school—and via a famous Disney cartoon—we learned that he wandered barefoot through the western territories in America’s pioneer days, scattering ...

A lot of us have trained ourselves to expect the worst—not because we want to be pessimists, but because figuring out how to be more positive often feels like an abstract concept, tied to forced, ...

Triggers are actions or situations that elicit an emotional response. While they are typically associated with negative responses, a person can also have positive triggers. A person can experience ...

Very few thinking styles are always beneficial or always harmful. The key is to be flexible and choose the approach most suited to your situation.

This post is part two of a four-part series Leaders have an incredibly underused opportunity to promote greater workplace well-being, productivity, and collaboration by creating a positive environment ...

The power of positive thinking lies in believing in one’s ability to navigate and overcome challenges. By leading with constructive positivity, leaders can inspire resilience, foster growth and ...

Negative thinking considers the weaknesses of human nature, the disadvantages of change, and how things can go wrong. Positive thinking considers the goodness of people, the advantages of change, and ...

Optimists are wealthier, live longer, and are more successful in life, work, and relationships. Here’s how to change your mindset if you are naturally pessimistic. I come from a long line of ...

If you’re seeking happiness, you may have heard that variety is the spice of life. Interesting data suggests it’s true. When you’re pursuing happiness or figuring out how to be happy, variety can ...

Another way of reframing things more positively is to set and fulfil small goals – and then, importantly, take time to ...

Next to one’s birthday, the passing of the calendar year induces us to reflect on the march of time in our life. This is not a welcome subject for many—which is perhaps why a lot of people simply ...