Alessandra's Angle

Alessandra's Angle is a podcast covering various topics ranging from motivation and inspiration to life hacks and leadership insights. Alessandra Cavalluzzi is your host for this show. Alessandra is a thought leader whose insights have been featured in notable publications, including The Economist, SHRM/HR Magazine, CEO Magazine, CFO Magazine, and Training Industry Magazine. Each month she'll share tips and information that will help you shift your way of thinking and create a more positive reality. A published author, her book entitled "A Million Dollars In Change: How to Engage Your Employees, Attract Top Talent, and Make the World a Better Place" helps companies balance social impact with achieving bottom-line results. She also guides new authors, sharing her personal experiences on navigating the vast world of publishing.

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The Pros and "Cons" of Optimism

October 04, 2021 • Alessandra Cavalluzzi • Season 2 • Episode 4

We're told to always look for that silver lining in the clouds, or in the words of Monty Python, to "always look on the bright side of life."

Kidding aside, being optimistic can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. It's essential to try and maintain an upbeat attitude as studies show that being happy has real benefits for our mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Is it possible, however, to be TOO optimistic? Can too much of a good thing be bad for us? The answer to both questions is yes. While being positive has its benefits, too much or unrealistic optimism can be detrimental to certain situations.

Join me for this episode where I discuss the advantages of being optimistic and the risks associated with being too rosy in your outlook. As the saying goes, "everything in moderation!"

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