This episode is about the concept of "strategic optimism," but to create this, it all starts with love because optimism and love can be interchangeable, in how we bring our loving awareness to the way we perceive the world around us, and how that loving awareness is something that we cultivate in ourselves. In this episode, we'll talk about 3 important areas which are necessary to cultivate strategic optimism. They are:  the self, others, and the world, and how we can let love be the sunlight that nurtures every seedling of thought and action. What you'll learn in this episode: How strategic optimism and love can improve personal perceptionThe importance of nurturing a positive mindset within yourselfTechniques for transforming self-doubt into positive action Insights from my personal journey on overcoming self-criticismThe societal impacts of pessimism drawing on thoughts from David BrooksMentioned in this episode:  David Brooks How to connect with Marie: On the Web | The Local Bloom Instagram: @the.bloom.coach All Things Marie on LinkTree JOIN THE BLOOM ROOM! We'll take all these ideas and apply them to our lives. Follow me on Instagram at @the.bloom.coach to learn more and snag a spot in my group coaching program!