Is pessimism good for you? This one type is surprisingly beneficial for mental health

It’s worth seeing the cloud, not just the silver lining.

One of the bright sides of pessimism is that in the face of uncertainty, the pessimist is either right or pleasantly surprised. However, there’s evidence that pessimism is actually the better choice in some cases. Not that it should become anyone’s dominating viewpoint, but embracing potential negative outcomes can be healthy.

Sometimes, seeing the downside can have a concrete, positive impact on the future. READ MORE