With every new act, Brian distanced himself from the past: His father, explosive and often unemployed, had pounded him with names like "moron" and "jerk." His life on the streets beyond the family's ...

It seems like all of the self-help industry is complicit in encouraging everyone to have a positive outlook and to grow their optimism. Having a “sunny disposition,” or positive affect, may go a long ...

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 ...