In today's world, it's easy to be a pessimist, but it's far easier to take an optimistic slant--especially with these innovations.
From guerrilla bookmarks to uplifting mirrors that get your day started off right, being optimistic has never been easier.
Implications - In a society where people are constantly on the go and working long hours, it has been noted that many people are not very happy. Advertisers can use this information to create ads that are upbeat and cheerful because brightening someone's day is something that they will remember and share with others. Created an uplifting ad or product can easily be done with the right choice of color and a bright smile.
35 Ways to Spread Sunshine
Optimistic Innovatiions That'll Brighten Someone's Day:
Marissa Brassfield — Jul 26, 2009 — Art & Design
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Guerrilla Sunshine-Spreading
The 'I Love You' Project
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Positive Body Image Photography
Vogue's Annual Shape Issue 2009 Features 8 Beautiful Bodie
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Quirky Motivational Posters
‘Today I Will Be Happier Than a Bird With a French Fry'
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Recession-Era Self-Marketing
Cardsofchange Emphasizes the Positive Side of Downsizing
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Positive Body Image PR
Meghan McCain Stands Up to Laura Ingraham on Twitter
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Optimistic Recession Jewelry
Wishbone, Horseshoe and Fortune Cookie Charms for Good Luck
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Positivity Towards Strangers
'Validation' Reinforces the Power of Empathy
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Negativity Refuse Bag
Positive Thinking Gadget
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Guerrilla Bookmarks
NamelessleTTER Features Personalized Book Markers
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Psychology of Happiness Tests
Identifying Fake Smiles
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Positive Deck Designs
Luis B-Boy Skateboard Art Meant to Encourage & Inspire
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Happypreneurs
San Francisco Positivity Conference
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Mood-Sensitive Wristbands
Robometer Measures Happiness
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Extreme Happiness Promotions
Britney Spears Tells Rolling Stone She's Better
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Printable Positivity
E.M. Papers' Bookmarks Feature Affirmations to Brighten Your Day
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Socially Uplifting Photosets
Smiles In Poverty
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Money Buys Happiness
The New Way to Save Money
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Uplifting Watches
'Ever-Increasing' by Sea Hope Uses Graphs to Brighten Your Day
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Happy Face Furniture
Expressive Emo Chairs Exist to Serve Your Butt
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Monday Rebranding
‘What a Great Day to Start the Week' Poster Uses Positivity
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Uplifting Subway Stunts
The High Five Escalator Lifts Moods, Trend Hunter-Style
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Encouraging Optimism
“Wouldn't It Be Nice” Art Exhibition
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Dishware That Inspires Happiness
The Smile Cup
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Subversive Positivity
Everything is OK Activist Kits (UPDATE)
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Tech for Positive Feelings
The emWave 'Personal Stress Reliever' Lets You Relax
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Buying Happiness
Danish Boutique Challenges Old Adage
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Real-Life Happiness Awards
Hershey Kisses ‘Off to Work' Down the Red Carpet
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Study: Cyberslacking is Positive
PopCap Break Report 2008
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Policing Positivity
Japanese Rail Firm Adopts Smile Scanners to Gauge Customer Service
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Political Power of Positivity
Peruvian Shamans Send Good Karma to Obama
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Uplifting Reflections
Feel Good Mirror is a Nice Morning Pick-Me-Up
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Surreal Joyvertising
Coca-Cola Promotes Sugary Fizz With ‘Open Happiness' Campaign
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Couple Cultivation
The Twin Handled Fork Offers Horticultural Happiness in Relationships
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