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372: How to Defeat Negative Thoughts and Become an Optimist for Better Health, Happiness, and Longevity | Sue Varma, MD

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Practical Optimism: Shifting Mindsets and Cultivating Resilience

The chapter discusses the importance of reframing negative thoughts to shift from pessimism to optimism, highlighting the impact of movement and journaling in interrupting negative thought patterns. It emphasizes the benefits of expressing emotions and contrasts innate pessimism with practical optimism, focusing on resilience and cognitive flexibility. Drawing insights from post-9/11 experiences, the speakers delve into screening processes, mental health issues, and the unexpected resilience of individuals facing trauma.

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