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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Positive quotes can provide inspiration during times of change, but does positivity impact motivation in the long run? The Mayo Clinic says that positive thinking can increase your life span, reduce ...

It feels like every time we open our phones or turn on the TV, the news is a little heavier, the world a little louder, and the anxiety a little higher. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or just ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. William Arruda covers personal branding, leadership, and careers. Negativity and fear can have a major impact on employees and the ...

Your co-worker surprised you with a chocolate chip cookie, but a teammate took a dig at your report. As the day goes on, you’re more likely to dwell on the criticism than the act of kindness. Negative ...

University of Warwick provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation UK. The short, dark days of winter are never easy to get through. But for many people in the UK and across Europe, this ...

Research shows that optimism often peaks in a woman’s 50s and 60s, significantly higher than in her 20s and 30s. But with 40% of women experiencing depression during perimenopause, how can you build ...