In this thoughtful episode, Stephanie unpacks what it really means to stay hopeful in challenging times—without pretending everything is fine. She explores the nuance between optimism and avoidance, and how to hold space for both gratitude and grief at the same time.

This episode is for the feelers, the leaders, and the deeply human. The ones who want to keep showing up with heart—while being real about what's hard.

🧭 What You'll Learn

• How to recognize the difference between true optimism and toxic positivity

• Why holding a "glass half full" perspective is powerful when it's grounded

• Ways to validate your emotions without letting them lead

• How to stay forward-facing without skipping over your truth

🛠️ Resources & Links

🌐 Website: www.stephaniesnyderphd.com 📺 YouTube Channel: Stephanie Snyder, Ph.D. on YouTube 📸 Instagram: @stephaniesnyderphd

💬 Connect with Me

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