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Give Yourself a Break and Accept Negative Emotions

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On ‘What’s Trending’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the benefits of pessimism.

Negative emotions are normal

Accepting these feelings as part of life can reduce internal conflict and promote better mental health.

Balance is key

A healthy mindset involves both optimism AND realism, avoiding being overly negative or unrealistically positive.

Practical pessimism

In business and life, a bit of realism can help you avoid costly mistakes and plan effectively for challenges.

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