A message from your Employee Assistance Program
Most of us who believe that maintaining a positive outlook is a good thing are also likely to admit that those who remain perpetually optimistic can sometimes get on our nerves. Now even occasional nay-sayers will have to concede one more thing to eternal optimists. They may be in better health than their pessimistic peers.
Dr. Utpal Dholakia’s article in PsychologyToday.com describes the health benefits of seeing the glass half-full in “4 Reasons Why an Optimistic Outlook Is Good for Your Health.”
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https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-science-behind-behavior/201607/4-reasons-why-optimistic-outlook-is-good-your-health
If you would like to approach your world with a more positive attitude, or talk about any life concern, the UConn EAP provides confidential, free, professional consultation and brief counseling for faculty, staff, graduate assistants and household family members to help identify and resolve problems or concerns affecting you, your family or your job.
Call today for a private, no-hassle appointment.
860-486-1307 Storrs Campus
860-679-2877 Statewide
800-852-4392 (CT toll-free)
For more information, contact: Gary Alger at gary.alger@uconn.edu