Positive thinking: changing perspectives

Training Theme 

This training explores how our perception of reality is shaped by three cognitive filters: selection, distortion, and generalization. It provides practical tools to understand and manage these mental mechanisms in order to break free from negativity bias and develop a constructive outlook on life. Through videos, exercises, and real-world examples, participants learn to adopt realistic optimism without denying challenges. The training also demonstrates the positive impact of optimism on performance, showing that a positive brain is 31% more productive.

Training Objectives 

In this course, you will learn how to:

• Understand how our perception prism is constructed and how it affects our decisions.
• Break free from the negativity bias that focuses attention on problems and risks.
• Return to objective facts to avoid distorting reality.
• Cultivate a positive outlook while understanding and mastering the 3 perception filters: selection, distortion, and generalization.
• Develop a constructive mindset that fosters realistic and “activist” optimism.

Target Audience 

Anyone wishing to improve their quality of life and relationships.

Means and Methods 

• E-learning Modules: Consisting of text, videos, interactive content, and quizzes designed to help you achieve the defined learning outcomes.
• Additional resources: Downloadable documents such as the coaching memo sheet (PDF).

Training Content 

This module contains 4 parts:

DISCOVER

• Identify your personal challenges and motivations for change.

SHAKING UP

• Storytelling: Video “The Optimist’s Glasses”, 1'20
  • Discover three pairs of “AI-powered glasses” designed to turn negative visions into positive perceptions.
• Magic Glasses Quiz.

LEARN

• Expert video: Cultivating a Positive Outlook, 8'10
  • Exploration of the three filters—selection, distortion, and generalization—and their influence on our reality.
• Matching exercise: identifying filters in everyday situations.
• Positive Thinking Quiz / TRUE-FALSE activity.

ANCHOR

• Optimism and performance: the proven impact of positive thinking on productivity and results.
• Use real-world examples to define your own personal commitment to change.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

• Downloadable documents:
  • Coaching memo sheet (PDF)
• Bonus: TED or Youtube video(s)"