There are two theories regarding to the formulation of optimism. The first one being learned optimism which was conceptualized by Martin Seligman‚ and the second is the perspective of optimism by Michael Scheier and Charles Carver. Under the learned optimism theory‚ the optimist responds to the inquiry‚ “Why did that bad thing happened to me?” In scientific terms‚ the optimist makes outer‚ variable‚ and particular attributions for fiasco-like events as opposed to internal‚ steady‚ and global attributions
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Assignment: Optimism and Health Andrea Pulis PSY/220 October 9‚ 2012 Ratonya Bennett For this paper‚ I researched two peer reviewed articles which discusses the effects of optimism and psychological health. The first one that I found is called Optimism and Physical Health: A Meta-analytic Review by Heather N. Rasmussen‚ Ph.D.‚ Michael F. Scheier‚ Ph.D.‚ and Joel B. Greenhuse‚ Ph.D. It was published in 2009. The second article that I located is called Perceived Academic Control: mediating the
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Optimism and Health Karen Ibister 2/17/2013 3:20 PM Colleen Story PSY/220 Sun-Sat Optimism and Health In my opinion this article breaks down optimism on physical and psychological health very well. The article explains as it is commonly understood‚ the term ‘optimism’ embraces two closely correlated concepts: the first is the inclination to hope‚ while the second more generally refers to the tendency to believe that we live in “the best of all possible worlds”‚ as coined by the German
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Optimism and Health Optimism is something that we all use from time to time‚ it is hopefulness for a successful future and a good outcome. Optimism can let us down at times‚ especially when you have high expectations for something and it doesn’t quiet work out as you had hoped for. It is a positive mindset‚ which is good for an individual’s psychological health. Optimism is also believed to reduce health risks and lower stress levels. Optimism also effects an individual’s physical health in
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Optimism “Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” This quote from Victor Hugo is a perfect example of optimism. When someone is optimistic‚ they have a disposition or tendency to look on the more favorable side of events or conditions and to expect the most favorable outcome. Optimism is simply a mental game. The brain can interpret situations or events as being optimized; meaning that some factors may not be fully comprehendible‚ yet having confidence that the present moment is
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Review Sheet German 1502 Spring 2114 1. Popular Culture a. Perpetuated by media and constantly changing b. Authored- innovative and unique c. Reciprocal Influence- folk culture can influence pop. culture (ex: Happy Birthday song was originally authored and then converted by folk culture.) d. Reflects cultural diversity and economic prosperity 2. Folk Culture 3. Folklore (Definition) a. Information created by same people use it b. More than entertainment c. Part of cultural
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Optimism Reaction Paper Rolanda Jackson PSYC1000 Introduction to Psychology Capella University When a person displays a positive psychology‚ he is very hopeful for the future and this is reflected in his performance whether in school or at work. As noted‚ his personality traits will determine his behavior or reaction (Coon and Mitterer‚ 2010). He does not make excuses for bad things or allow temporary setbacks to deter him‚ but continues to persevere (Seligman M.E.P.‚ 2002).
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I believe that Tennyson’s works do represent the different positions of optimism and despair. In "The Lady of Shalott‚" she is hoping to get out of the castle‚ but she dies on the way down. In "Ulysses‚" the two ideas are represented again‚ but through different ways. The lady in "The Lady of Shalott" is waiting for a prince to come and save’ her. "A bowshot from her bower eaves‚ /He rode between the barley leaves" describes her seeing Lancelot. She climbs down from the tower to ride a boat down
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Pessimism and optimism are generally seen as two major things which drive human emotion. A depressed person is usually associated with pessimism and a happy person with optimism. However‚ that is not always the case. A perfectly happy person could have pessimistic thought and a depressed person usually tries to be optimistic of the future. Pessimism‚ however‚ is much easier to deal with. It is much easier to swallow pride when an event goes wrong just as one predicted. On the contrary‚ one is
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as old as the ages. I have always found myself to look at the brighter and lighter side of every situation. I find that not dwelling on the negative or pondering on the downside keeps me in a better place and state of mind. I recently took an optimism test administered‚ this test can be taken by anyone and found at www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu. Authentic Happiness is the homepage of Dr. Martin Seligman‚ Director of the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania and founder
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