Optimism

A forward tilt towards the good. Things will work out.

Family Positive
Valence strongly positive
Arousal moderate activation
Intensity Gentle
Opposite Pessimism

A forward tilt towards the good. Things will work out. The body holds this signal first, often before the mind has named what is happening.

Where optimism lives in the body

Chest
Tightness or warmth
Moderate
Head
Lightness
Quiet
Face
Slight warmth
Quiet

Related emotions

HopeAnticipation familyAnticipationAnticipation familyHappinessJoy familyPessimismThe opposite
A note on this entry: The data on this page (definition, body sensations, valence, arousal, related emotions) reflects a structured reference for optimism. A full long-form entry is being added gradually. If you have research, a translation, or a body-mapping correction to suggest, please get in touch.