Can You Become a "Practical" Optimist?

There are many benefits to being an optimist - particularly when
things go wrong in our lives. But we aren't all naturally
optimistic, so can we learn to adopt the best and most positive
behaviours of born optimists?


Through treating New Yorkers caught up in the 9/11 attacks,
psychiatrist Dr Sue Varma developed a concept she calls
"practical optimism". She shares her tips on how we can all be
more optimistic in the face of life's challenges. 


Read more in Sue's book Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and
Practice of Exceptional Well-Being  


Dr Laurie spoke to Sue Varma MD at the 2025 World Happiness
Summit. 


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