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118. How to Train Your Brain to Be More Optimistic
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Ever wonder why some people can face the same challenge and bounce back faster?
In this episode, we break down the real science of optimism — not the “just think positive” kind, but the kind that changes the way you explain what’s happening in your life. You’ll learn how your explanatory style shapes your resilience, your mood, and even how your kids learn to handle hard things.
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Chapters
1. Why Your Brain Jumps To Worst-Case (00:00:00)
2. Mothers, Value, And Resilience Mission (00:00:59)
3. Enter Positive Psychology And Seligman (00:03:16)
4. Optimism Defined: Explanatory Style (00:06:44)
5. The Three Questions Brains Ask (00:10:11)
6. Rainy Vacation Example Reframed (00:13:53)
7. Right-Sizing Problems Beats Positivity (00:17:05)
8. Four-Step Practice To Pivot (00:19:13)
9. Coach Your Teen, Then Yourself (00:22:14)
10. Disclaimer And Closing Notes (00:23:42)
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