"The Positive Power of Negative Thinking" book $8.73 @ Amazon

"The Positive Power of Negative Thinking: Using Defensive Pessimism to Harness Anxiety and Perform at Your Peak"
Book Price: $8.73 (Best price ever according to the 3camels)
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars (19 reviews)
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From the Amazon book description: How often are we urged to "look on the bright side"? From Norman Vincent Peale to the ubiquitous smiley face, optimism has become an essential part of American society. In this long-overdue book, psychologist Julie Norem offers convincing evidence that, for many people, positive thinking is an ineffective strategy-and often an obstacle-for successfully coping with the anxieties and pressures of modern life. "Defensive pessimism," which involves imagining the worst possible outcomes to any action and everything that could go wrong in a given situation, actually helps millions of people manage their anxiety and perform their best work, all the while refusing to succumb to "oblivious optimism."

Of course, this book is probably terrible.

Don't forget about "THe Health Benefits of Suicide," as well. $6.66.

Not sure whether to give red or green to this thread based upon the premise...

Red? I knew this was going to be bad (and I am better for it).