Unthinkingly influence us to interpret events in a negative way. There is also evidence, however, that we learn at an early age how to view the world and its potential from those around us, and that parents can Otherwise, why should he pullĬan you help your child become more optimistic? There is some evidence that optimism is an inherited trait, and certainly we know there is a biologicalīasis to much depression as well as to a tendency to be upbeat. When life seems to be dealing one blow after another, you want your child to believe that things can get better. Get fewer illnesses, have longer relationships, and live longer.
Research shows that optimists, who believe they can achieve success, are in fact more able to do so. Have better lives, because even when times are hard, optimism is a cornerstone of resilience. The world needs optimists today more than ever, because we humans have a lot of problems that we need to solve. That things will work out, and that what we do can have a positive impact. To do that, we need a sense of optimism - the conviction Most to us, including the commitment to provide a calm, loving home for our children. But it IS possible, even in scary times, to be guided by the values that matter It's easy to feel frightened and overwhelmed in today's world.
