The Bullshit of Blind Optimism
First off, let’s clear the air: positive thinking isn’t about ignoring reality or pretending everything is great when it isn’t. Blind optimism is like sticking your head in the sand and hoping the storm will pass. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t work. Success isn’t about wearing rose-coloured glasses. It is about seeing things clearly and choosing to focus on the constructive elements within that reality.
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We’ve all heard it before: “Think positive!” It’s plastered on motivational posters, written in self-help books, and echoed by well-meaning friends. But let’s be honest, the idea of maintaining a positive mindset often feels like a bunch of fluff. Is thinking happy thoughts going to make us successful? Well, surprisingly, yes. But not in the way you think.
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