Positive thinking is not the phony baloney it was once believed to be by older generations. Numerous studies over recent years have shown that optimistic thinking leads to a positive attitude. People ...

Is your glass half-empty or half-full? How you answer this age-old question about positive thinking may reflect your outlook on life, your attitude toward yourself, and whether you're optimistic or ...

Part 8 of a series in which I gather insights from leadership, diversity, and wellness experts. Positive thinking isn't just about looking on the bright side. It's a powerful tool that can ...

Many business leaders claim to know the secret to success. Often, they cite optimism as the key to their achievements. Although it’s impossible to say whether every successful entrepreneur is an ...

Henry Ford famously noted, “Whether you think you can do it or not, you are usually right.” His point was that beliefs, especially about our talents, performance, and even luck, can be self-fulfilling ...

“Think positive.” You hear it constantly. Gurus, life loaches, and your impossibly peppy friend tells you that positive thinking leads to good things. But let’s be real: it’s much easier said than ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Ginny Whitelaw covers Zen Leadership and the science of resonance. Joy, gratitude and other positive emotions arise from our ...