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Question: Do you believe a strong commitment to positive thinking is healthy or unhealthy?

(Posted by: Citizen of the Cosmos on 2009-04-22 20:24:01)

Posted by: Xnex X on 2009-04-22, 20:47:32

I think it's healthy because it prevents people from falling into depression. But to some people just can't do it because for them what's negative is logical so they start to feel sad then depressed then start to hate their lives and themselves and soon enough are hurting themselves to deal with it...(me) sad I know.. But yeah there's a perfect example why thinking positively is good.

Posted by: Johnna on 2009-04-22, 20:28:12

Well of course i think it is healthy but not feasible for everyone. being positive is different from being totally idealist, which could cause bad moves in judgment because it is skewed.

Posted by: cynica on 2009-04-22, 20:28:12

Can't do any harm as long as one realizes that life has many twists and turns and there will be some things that positive thinking won't help.

Posted by: Lost In The Matrix on 2009-04-22, 20:28:48

Im sure its healthy, havent heard of anything bad coming from positive thinking,

Posted by: Himanshu P on 2009-04-22, 20:30:11

Yeah dude positive thinking is a strong equipment for successes and health. it will keep you healthy and always look forward to life.

Posted by: hope on 2009-04-22, 20:30:18

Easier said than done.

Posted by: Hope on 2009-04-22, 21:38:48

I think some people use "positive thinking " as a form of religion...to excess. That would mean "unhealthy " because they live outside of reality.

Posted by: sarah g on 2009-04-22, 23:53:31

Very healthy of course....being optimistic can make you a healthier and happier person..

Posted by: Miami on 2009-04-23, 07:08:18

I can tell you from experience it's much more healthy than the alternative. Even in a situation where positive thinking won't solve the problem it can always help. I've noticed that many people who are suffering are making their situation much worse simply by their own thoughts and attitude.