Is optimism the key to a better life? - The world means optimism more than ever. Dr Deepika Chopra’s new book gives us the ...

Optimism is not about "toxic positivity," argues behavioral scientist Deepika Chopra in her new book.

How would you define optimism? Would you call it seeing the glass as half-full rather than half-empty? Perhaps say optimism is a positive attitude or the ability to see the bright side of a situation.

Relentless optimism can blind organizations to risks, ignoring problems and eroding trust. Leaders often reward this bias, stifling early warnings. To build resilience, leaders need "grounded optimism ...