EPISODE · Nov 13, 2022 · 9 MIN
Why Trying to "Think Positive" All the Time Could Make You Feel Worse
from The Bulletproof Musician · host Noa Kageyama
We are often encouraged to maintain a positive mental attitude. And there are tons of books and blog posts devoted to explaining how important this is as well.But sometimes it can be exhausting to keep it up!So how important is it really, to maintain a positivity 24/7?Or could there be some hidden downsides?A 2018 study provides some counterintuitive findings, related not just to overall mental health and well-being, but performance as well.More from The Bulletproof MusicianGet the free weekly newsletter, for more nerdy details and bonus subscriber-only content.Pressure Proof: A free 7-day performance practice crash course that will help you shrink the gap between the practice room and the stage.Learning Lab: A continuing education community where musicians and learners are putting research into practice.Live and self-paced courses
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We are often encouraged to maintain a positive mental attitude. And there are tons of books and blog posts devoted to explaining how important this is as well. But sometimes it can be exhausting to keep it up! So how important is it really, to maintain a positivity 24/7? Or could there be some hidden downsides? A 2018 study provides some counterintuitive findings, related not just to overall mental health and well-being, but performance as well. More from The Bulletproof Musician Get the fr...
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