Negative thinking considers the weaknesses of human nature, the disadvantages of change, and how things can go wrong. Positive thinking considers the goodness of people, the advantages of change, and ...

'Valence weight bias' is a psychological term that denotes a person's tendency to adapt to new circumstances by drawing more strongly from either positive or negative attitudes. An example of this is ...

A positive attitude is essential to living a balanced and rewarding life. Looking on the bright side allows us to remain hopeful and achieve more. Our thoughts truly have the power to change our lives ...

Your mindset can determine whether your company succeeds. Learn the benefits of embracing positive thinking.

A positive attitude, what researchers call a "growth mindset" or belief in growth, is associated with both higher willpower and passion, according to a new large study. People who believe they will ...

In tough times, realistic optimism—not denial—is a leader’s best tool to inspire resilience, reduce fear, and guide teams through uncertainty. In the face of such pessimism, it's time for some ...

Efforts to combat ageism typically focus on negative attitudes toward members of an out-group. Changing attitudes also requires assessment and enhancement of positive attitudes. This study examined ...

I have a team problem. It seems like we managers are the masters of gloom and doom, and each meeting becomes nothing but rants about how bad we are doing. How can we become a more positive team that ...