In her recent blog post, Dr. Denise Bickel contemplates a quote she heard on a podcast: "You’ll have a happier life if you are an optimist. Choose that.” Not an optimist by nature, Denise explores what it means to be an optimist, a pessimist, and a realist.

This week, Denise joins Robin on the podcast to further the conversation. If you've ever wondered where you're at on the optimist/pessimist scale and how it impacts your life - then this episode is one you won't want to miss. 

Special Guest: Dr. Denise Bickel, PhD, MSW, LCSW
With over 20 years of counseling experience, Denise's areas of expertise include oncology, end-of-life care, and grief work. She has also been an adjunct professor at the University of Denver and a facilitator of guided meditation walks at the Denver Botanic Gardens. She's also Robin's mentor and a returning guest on the podcast.

7 Myths About Optimism and Pessimism 
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/between-cultures/202104/7-myths-about-optimism-and-pessimism

All There Is With Anderson Cooper Podcast
https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/all-there-is-with-anderson-cooper/episodes/4273c25e-fc3b-450f-99b8-af320111295b

For more thoughts from Denise, check out her blog, Words To Live By, at www.DeniseBickel.com.