Hope Leads to Greater Well-Being

Summary: According to groundbreaking research, hopeful thoughts and behaviors can lead to well-being regardless of income level or IQ.
Air Date: 5/18/13
Duration: 20
Host: Dr. Michael Roizen, MD
Guest Bio: Shane J. Lopez, PhD
Shane J. Lopez, PhD, a Gallup Senior Scientist, is the world’s leading authority on the psychology of hope. He has published seven professional books, including the Encyclopedia of Positive Psychology. He lives in Lawrence, Kansas.
  • Book Title: Making Hope Happen: Create the Future You Want for Yourself and Others
Hope Leads to Greater Well-Being
Are you a hopeful person? Maybe you should be.

According to Gallup senior scientist, Shane J. Lopez, groundbreaking research shows that hopeful people are happier, and hopeful thoughts and behaviors can lead to well-being regardless of income level or IQ.

Learn more about why hope matters and how to share the hope movement with others.

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