Great Power of Positive Thinking When Applied Correctly

Abstract

This article summarizes the general advantages of positive psychology, optimism and the correct usage of it. During the past decades, topics revolving around positive psychology have aroused attentions of the public. Misinterpretations are frequent, whereby people are misled. Several literatures show the benefits of correct applications of optimism including healing emotional issue, faster and better recovery, and preventative effect. Another research has provided evidence that people cannot systematically fool himself. Therefore, the suitable approaches are introduced. This article studies different groups of people, including patients, teenagers, and people with longevity. Distinct measures are taken to conduct respective experiments, mostly through surveys and interviews. Additionally, the article is based on ample authoritative researches published within decades and represents the author’s personal aspect of positive psychology. In conclusion, positive psychology might be beneficial to put forward the way to apply it in daily lives.