A positive outlook on life helps you succeed in your career, relationships and overall physical wellbeing. So why is it so hard for many of us to ditch pessimism? These 4 articles from TalentSmart address our attitudes and how they affect us emotionally and physically.

• How (and Why) to Stay Positive
• How Negativity and Complaining Literally Rot Your Brain
• Six Toxic Beliefs That Will Ruin Your Career
• Three Traps People Fall Into That Limit Their Happiness

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