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Learned optimism

Learned optimism is the idea in positive psychology that a talent for joy, like any other, can be cultivated. In contrast with learned helplessness, optimism is learned by consciously challenging negative self talk.

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Learned optimism

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Learned optimism → idea in positive psychology that a talent for joy

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