Despite being relatively young, positive thinking has seen an enormous rise in popularity during the last two decades. Uncountable online resources and guides, millions of articles, and podcasts talk about ‘pros and cons of positive thinking.’ No shortage of self-help gurus claim that it is the best means ever created for transforming one’s life. You have probably heard a gazillion times, “It is going to be fine, just think positive.” While the advice itself is well-intentioned,…