Optimism is a key theme in positive psychology and luck is a key theme among the Irish. Not surprisingly, optimism and luck are first cousins. One of the defining characteristics of people who ...
Can hopefulness for a bright future lead to better health? Research shows that, in some circumstances, it can. This is what’s known as optimism — and it has a remarkable connection to all sorts of ...
The COVID-19 crisis has had a grave impact on jobs, wellbeing, mental health and the economy worldwide. But it has also prompted public expressions of hope – people have come together to sing on ...