Researchers found an association between increased activity in a reward region of the brain—primarily stimulated by hopeful thinking—and heightened levels of protective antibodies after receiving a va ...

For generations, people have debated whether a glass is half empty or half full. The response that you give often indicates ...

“Think positive.” You hear it constantly. Gurus, life loaches, and your impossibly peppy friend tells you that positive thinking leads to good things. But let’s be real: it’s much easier said than ...

Two studies published last year cast a bit of shade on the power of positive thinking and of avoiding negative emotions. This thinking came as a bit of a surprise to me, given that the business and ...

The considered wisdom in positive psychology is that to feel better, you just need to think happy thoughts. If this conjures up the song “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” then you’re on the right track.

Positive thinking boosts vaccine effectiveness, study finds - Findings may shed more light on the biological process behind ...

Some are skeptical as to the power of positive thinking. People have told me they tried "that positive thinking stuff" and it didn't work. They are convinced the concept is a lot of hype with very ...

Sometimes, we can be our own worst critics. That's why healing coach Sarit Shaer doesn't necessarily recommend practicing "positive thinking" until you've mastered a more doable self-care tool. "I ...

The Smithsonian Science Education Center presents: Good Thinking! a new original series and professional development resource for science educators. Join dedicated science teacher Isabella Reyes as ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. I used to think relentless optimism was my secret weapon ...