Talks at Google

Dr. Deepika Chopra | The Power of Real Optimism | Talks at Google

Psychologist and visual imagery expert, Dr. Deepika Chopra, known as the The Optimism Doctor®, discusses her book "The Power of Real Optimism: A Practical, Science-Based Guide to Staying Resilient, Curious, and Open Even When Life Is Hard," which shows us how to build the kind of optimism that can actually withstand real life. Optimism isn’t about pretending everything is fine. It’s about staying open and flexible—especially when it’s not. Dr. Chopra offers a radically different definition: optimism as a science, a skill, and a psychological muscle we can strengthen. Drawing from over a decade immersed in the science of resilience, emotional well-being, and cognitive psychology, the book is a toolkit for navigating the chaos, uncertainty, and nuance of being human—without losing yourself to it. Get the book here: https://goo.gle/4mNaf9R. Learn more about Dr. Deepika Chopra: https://www.drdeepikachopra.com/. Dr. Deepika Chopra is the founder of Things Are Looking Up®️, a consultancy devoted to the intersection of science and soul. She specializes in what she has coined "evidence-based manifestation," which draws from behavioral science, emotional fitness, neuroscience, and ancient wisdom to build modern tools for resilience and joy. Dr. Chopra holds a doctorate in clinical health psychology and completed a double postdoctoral fellowship at both the University of California at Los Angeles and Cedars Sinai Medical Center. She completed her formal dissertation on the topic of optimism, positive sensory visualization, and the connection to optimal well-being. She is a recurring guest on the TODAY Show, and her work has also been featured in Forbes, Harpers Bazaar, VOGUE, GOOP, Variety, E!, and more. She has led workshops for companies like Google, Amazon, and Amex, and has delivered keynotes at events including the Aspen Ideas Festival and The Atlantic’s In Pursuit of Happiness. Moderated by Claire Fanning.