How an Optimistic Outlook Can Lead to a Happier and Healthier Life

Is it always a good thing to have a rosy perspective on the future? How does optimism change as a result of life experience?  This talk hopes to answer these questions by examining changes in optimism across the lifespan and how the optimism of other people can influence one’s health and well-being.  Chopik concludes with a discussion that contextualizes optimism within a broader lifespan and geographic framework.