Matthew discusses four different points in reflection of the death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and the other victims of the tragedy. Recorded weeks after the event, this discussion is more than just an exploration of feelings immediately following, but includes: 1) regarding the tragedy as evidence against the metaphysical view of pessimism, 2) Kobe as a role model of objective optimism, 3) how an optimist might view death (including one's own), and 4) a word on the "seven other victims" issue.

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Kindness isn't just about being charitable to people who are perceived to be miserable or downtrodden. It's a fundamental approach to the way we view people in our everyday lives. Matthew submits a comprehensive view of what it means to be kind, and argues that when we are mindful and appreciative of what is commonly important to us all, as exemplified in his recent personal funeral experience, an air of pure goodwill remains. Carrying this into our everyday lives in dealing with people, we can create and live in a world of benevolence, regardless of others' attitudes.

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Optimal health is more than just "losing weight" or "looking good." We want to FEEL better all the time, as the result of considering several integrated factors. The question we want to be able to answer for ourselves is: How do I want to EXPERIENCE health? Matthew talks out a comprehensive, integrated view of what health might look and feel like for all of us throughout the whole day, every day.

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How can objective optimism (OO) affect your daily life? In this final part of a three-part series laying out the clarifying concept of objective optimism, Matthew offers more illustrative examples as to what OO looks like in everyday life. He highlights the famous Ebenezer Scrooge as a good example of the power of perspective, and contrasts students of similar circumstances but different mindsets.

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What is objective versus subjective "optimism," and why isn't that real optimism? Is pessimism a rational counterbalance to optimism? In this second part of a three-part series laying out the clarifying concept of objective optimism, Matthew defines the terms and fleshes out illustrative examples, including hypothetical batters in a baseball game to---for illustration's sake---the horrible scenario of a concentration camp and how each contrasting mindset might deal with these situations.

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Matthew is a "student of human flourishing" and a "proponent of objective optimism." What does that mean? In this first part of a three-part series laying out a clarifying concept of optimism, Matthew discusses the events which led him to think a new formulation of optimism was indicated. He highlights the aspect of "appreciation" as a key component of an optimistic framework.

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Health, wealth, happiness, and other components of successful living are not achieved by accident. This is the show that can help direct your thinking and fuel your pursuit of an optimistic, flourishing, thriving life. In this introductory episode, Matthew discusses what Mr. Bright Side is about and what's in it for you to listen in regularly and join the conversation.

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