Is your glass half-empty or half-full? How you answer this age-old question about positive thinking may reflect your outlook on life, your attitude toward yourself, and whether you're optimistic or ...

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.” ...

Part 8 of a series in which I gather insights from leadership, diversity, and wellness experts. Positive thinking isn't just about looking on the bright side. It's a powerful tool that can ...

Research uncovers a surprising new way to switch from unhelpful rumination to relaxed, positive thinking. Many people come to therapy wanting to manage their tendency to overthink. They may say things ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Ginny Whitelaw covers Zen Leadership and the science of resonance. Joy, gratitude and other positive emotions arise from our ...

Discover seven powerful mental habits that help reduce negative thinking, strengthen emotional resilience, and create a ...

I used to think positive affirmations, such as I am brave, were a silly New-Age concept that amounted to little more than wishful, magical thinking. Then I became a cognitive psychologist, and I ...