Optimism Bias and Unhealthy Habits: What’s Really Happening?
- Boglarka Szabo
- Mar 28
- 1 min read
Optimism bias is something most of us experience without even realising it. This video explores what optimism bias is, why the brain tends to downplay risks, and how this protective mechanism can sometimes work against us in everyday life.
The video explores topics such as:
What optimism bias is and why it is sometimes called the “It Won’t Happen to Me” mindset
How dopamine reinforces positive future thinking and confidence
The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in processing fear and assessing risk
Why the brain may soften fear responses to protect us from stress
How optimism bias evolved as a survival advantage
Why this mechanism can become problematic in modern contexts
How subconscious emotional shields can influence decision-making
Examples of how optimism bias affects health, habits, and relationships
How hypnotherapy may help people explore and become more aware of these hidden patterns
This video offers a psychological perspective on why we sometimes ignore obvious risks, helping to explain how protective mental mechanisms can shape behaviour without conscious awareness.
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