The Bright Side: How Optimists Change the World, and How You Can Be One

The Bright Side: How Optimists Change the World, and How You Can Be One, 1, 2025 is a comprehensive biology reference published by Other Publisher. Description By Sumit Paul-Choudhury In the thought-provoking tradition of Steven Pinker’s Enlightenment Now and Yuval Noah Harari’s Homo Deus, a fascinating and reassuring look at the philosophy, psychology, and practice of optimism, and why being optimistic is a moral obligation—even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.Scrolling through our daily newsfeeds we see violence and cruelty, turmoil and injustice, fake news and clickbait, and worsening environmental and social crises—just a few of the dark currents feeding a tidal wave of pessimism.

Key Features

- In the thought-provoking tradition of Steven Pinker’s Enlightenment Now and Yuval Noah Harari’s Homo Deus, a fascinating and reassuring look at the philosophy, psychology, and…
- In the face of so many challenges, how can we stay optimistic?
- And, more important, why should we?
- In The Bright Side, Sumit Paul-Choudhury answers these pressing questions, arguing that optimism is not only essential for overcoming the challenges we face, but also fundamental…
- Drawing on a wide array of evidence—from biology to history, and from economics to meteorology—he delves into the underappreciated roots of optimism, examines its impact on mental…
- Additionally, The Bright Side shows how we can apply the principles of optimism to cope with environmental crises, artificial intelligence, and social change
- From the polar reaches to the world’s mightiest cities, through inspirational figures including explorers, activists, and scientists, the book illustrates optimism in action

Product Details

Publisher: Other Publisher
Edition: 1
Published Year: 2025
Format: EPUB
File Size: 2.7 MB
ISBN: 978-1668031407, 9781668031421