The book's foundational claim is that when we vividly imagine reaching a goal, our brains can't easily distinguish the fantasy from reality.
: By "mentally experiencing" the reward, we get the emotional payoff before doing the work, which often leads to complacency. Rethinking Positive Thinking: Inside the New Sc...
In psychologist Gabriele Oettingen challenges the widely held belief that positive visualization is the key to success. Drawing on over 20 years of research, she demonstrates that "starry-eyed" dreaming can actually sap the energy needed to achieve goals. The Central Argument: The Trap of Pure Positivity The book's foundational claim is that when we