Can Optimism Actually Be Learnt?
From If You Ask Me by Supreme Ndubisi
February 23, 2026 · 15 min · Season 1 · Episode 3
About this episode
This episode explores whether optimism can be learned and discusses myths surrounding optimism and pessimism.
Some people are born optimistic, but what happens to the rest? In this episode, we will discuss the common myths surrounding optimism and pessimism, and if you've ever wondered if it's possible to flip your mind from negative thinking into positive, this episode is for you. If you have further questions, send an email to supreme.ndubisi@gmail.com
Topics covered
- optimism
- pessimism
- mental health
- personal development
- psychology
Keywords
- optimism
- pessimism
- negative thinking
- positive thinking
- myths about optimism
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