Thursday, March 19, 7:00 p.m. CT
FREE WEBCAST
In this insightful interview conducted by author Richard Smoley, Dr. Deepika Chopra—clinical health psychologist, visual imagery expert, and founder of Things Are Looking Up—explores the neuroscience and behavioral science behind human flourishing.
Widely known as The Optimism Doctor, Dr. Chopra introduces her concept of “real optimism,” a strategic skill grounded in clarity, resilience, and adaptability rather than denial or toxic positivity.
Drawing from her forthcoming book, The Power of Real Optimism (March 10, 2026), Dr. Chopra shares practical, evidence-based tools designed to help individuals and organizations remain open, curious, and steady, even in challenging times.
Dr. Deepika Chopra (aka The Optimism Doctor®) is a professional psychologist, visual imagery expert, and 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,” drawing 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 the University of California, Los Angeles and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Her dissertation focused on optimism, positive sensory visualization, and their connection to optimal well-being. She is a recurring guest on the TODAY show, and her work has been featured in Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, VOGUE, Goop, Variety, E!, and other outlets. She has led workshops for companies including Google, Amazon, and AmEx, and has delivered keynotes at events such as the Aspen Ideas Festival and The Atlantic’s In Pursuit of Happiness. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three children.
Program Format
This program will be streamed on YouTube, Facebook, and our website on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m. CT.