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What Optimism Looks Like When Your Mental Health Isn’t Great with Dr. Deepika Chopra
What if being a more optimistic person has nothing to do with “staying positive”? In this conversation, we unpack the real psychology of optimism — and why it’s less about feeling good, and more about building resilience, curiosity, and emotional flexibility. If you’ve ever struggled with negative thoughts, anxiety, or your mental health, this episode will bring encouragement, hope, and helpful tools.
You will learn…
why nostalgia can actually regulate your nervous system and support optimism
the real definition of optimism (and why it’s not the same as positivity)
how anxiety fills in…
The skinny
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