Can optimism ever be cruel? I came upon the phrase “cruel optimism” recently and couldn’t forget it. “Cruel optimism” seems like such a contradiction. After all, “optimism” is a word that shines with ...

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 ...

For those of us who insist on seeing the glass half full, even when the miserable brigade point out that it’s also half empty, COVID-19 poses particular challenges. Now, things are very different.