Optimism is Lucrative
For years, psychologists have lauded the power of optimism in truly improving our lives. Unfortunately, positive thinking has developed a bit of a bad reputation, with many equating it with ignoring reality or wearing rose-colored glasses. Positive thinking means acknowledging reality while still expecting good things – and more than that, knowing that behavior matters in the face of challenges. Now, a new study is quantifying how optimism can be an important factor in your financial well-being, too. In 2018, researchers tested 2,002 Americans for optimism, financial well-being, and money attitudes. They utilized measures that have been scientifically validated, like the Life […]
