What makes a person an optimist or a pessimist? Why?

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Psychology and Psychopathology • 41.6K followers Share & Learn about mental health, behavioral/mental disorders and psychology   What makes a person an optimist or a pessimist? Why? Kelley Nelson, M.B.A Master's Programs, Massey Palmerston North (1998) Answered June 18   Breeding, education, life experiences, star sign, age so many different factors can shape a person's personality! Read more »     Row, Solution Architect, Software Engineer at Private Consultant (2012-present) Posted Sat Read more » Why do I have a mental illness? Probably because, at some point, you didn't get enough support at a time when you really needed the assistance. Obviously I can only speak in broad generalizations for a ques...     Is "toxic positivity" a thing? How can it be toxic if people are saying that "everything will be okay", "don't worry about it", "focus on the good stuff only", "smile", etc.? Kelley Nelson, Trained counselor, accredited social worker, MBA. Answered June 16   In some circumstances positive comments actually undermine the reality of what a person is experiencing. It negates their experience and is damaging. Read more »   Read more in Psychology and Psychopathology

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