We’re all familiar with well-worn catchphrases extolling the benefits of positive thinking: “It’s the thought that counts.” “What you focus on expands.” Or, “Whether you think you can or you think you ...

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

Feeling like an impostor is common, especially among women, but there are ways to shift away from the downward spiral of negative thoughts. I tried a 2-week negativity fast. Here’s how it went Want to ...

Sending a positive note to yourself or someone else could save you a headache or health issues. According to the Mayo Clinic, positive thinking means that you approach unpleasantness in a more ...

Maintaining a positive mindset while facing health challenges like cancer requires both inner strength and practical strategies. Though the journey can feel overwhelming at times, there are concrete ...

All feelings come from our thoughts. If we feel happy, we are happy. If we feel sad, we are sad. My mentor and friend Dan Zelling M.D. said, “You can change your thoughts and thereby your feelings.” ...

The Power of Positive Thinking (1952) by Norman Vincent Peale is a self-help classic that emphasizes the transformative impact of optimism and faith on personal and professional success. Peale argues ...

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.