Negative effects of positive thinking. A new book on living a happier life advocates embracing insecurity, uncertainty and even death, writes SYLVIA THOMPSON. Wed Jan 02 2013 - 00:00.

He preaches the power of positive thinking and the prosperity gospel — “God wants you to be rich” — from a megachurch in Houston. Osteen commutes there from a $10 million mansion. Positive ...

While negative thinking is generally associated with pessimism and low self-esteem, it can offer some unique benefits. Here are 9 potential positive effects of negative thinking, as per psychology.

We all hear about the power of positive thinking, and seemingly all the time. By now, we know that studies show it can result in anything from decreasing depression to increasing our lifespan. But ...

But if you use negative thinking rather than wishful thinking, you are more likely to stay alert to danger. Obviously, if you are dead, you can’t very well enjoy the positive benefits of life. 2.

Research suggests that both less negative thinking and more positive thinking are beneficial for mental and emotional well-being. However, the relationship between the two is complex, and it's not ...

A negative person sees the difficulty in every opportunity, while a positive person sees the opportunity in every difficulty. A positive mind anticipates happiness, joy, health, and success. Herbert H ...

The literature that discusses the power of positive thinking is omnipresent, from the fringe self-help books of the past to the mainstream wisdom of today. It usually goes something like this: If ...