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    optimism
    /ˈɒptɪmɪz(ə)m/

    noun

    • 1. hopefulness and confidence about the future or the success of something: "the talks had been amicable and there were grounds for optimism"
    • 2. the doctrine, especially as set forth by Leibniz, that this world is the best of all possible worlds.

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  2. www.inc.com › nick-hawkins › why-optimism-confidence-matterWhy Optimism and Confidence Are Important for Success

    5 days ago · Optimism and confidence are two of the biggest contributors to success. A new book explains why they matter and how to make them work for you.

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  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › HappinessHappiness - Wikipedia

    2 days ago · t. e. Happiness is a complex and multifaceted emotion that encompasses a range of positive feelings, from contentment to intense joy. It is often associated with positive life experiences, such as achieving goals, spending time with loved ones, or engaging in enjoyable activities.

  5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MotivationMotivation - Wikipedia

    3 days ago · Motivation is an internal state that propels individuals to engage in goal -directed behavior. It is often understood as a force that explains why people or animals initiate, continue, or terminate a certain behavior at a particular time. It is a complex phenomenon and its precise definition is disputed.

  6. www.psychologytoday.com › 202409 › the-optimistic-parentThe Optimistic Parent - Psychology Today

    5 days ago · Optimism is more than just a positive outlook—it’s a mindset that can shape children’s lives meaningfully. Through optimistic parenting, parents can nurture resilience, emotional health, and ...

  7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Psychological_resiliencePsychological resilience - Wikipedia

    3 days ago · Psychological resilience is the ability to cope mentally and emotionally with a crisis, or to return to pre-crisis status quickly. [1] The term was popularized in the 1970s and 1980s by psychologist Emmy Werner as she conducted a forty-year-long study of a cohort of Hawaiian children who came from low socioeconomic status backgrounds. [2]

  8. www.healthyplace.com › self-help › positivity5 Powerful Positivity Examples to Improve Your Attitude

    5 days ago · Optimism doesn't deny the presence of negativity in the world – it just acknowledges that feelings aren’t permanent. Although optimists are generally thought to be "glass half full" kinds of people, they tend to take a more balanced view than those who dwell on the negatives ( How to Develop a Positive Personality ).

  9. bestlifeonline.com › positive-quotes125 Positive Quotes That Will Turn Your Whole Day Around

    4 days ago · “Optimism is a huge asset. We can always use more of it. But optimism isn’t a belief that things will automatically get better; it’s a conviction that we can make things better.” — Melinda French Gates "All your dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them." — Walt Disney