Optimists are said to be those who see the glass as half full, while pessimists see the glass as half empty.
An optimist often tries to find the good in everything. And often this perspective can cause less stress, less anxiety, and a more empowering and motivating attitude.
Positive psychologist Martin Seligman coined the term learned optimism to explain that people can cultivate more optimism by challenging their negative self-talk. Today many people strive to be more optimistic in their daily lives.
However, despite the many benefits of optimism on both our physical and mental health, some research is showing that too much optimism in certain situations can actually be harmful.
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