We don't see reality, only our filters: cultivate a clearer, more positive outlook.
We see reality through filters — mental “glasses.” There are three of them: selection, distortion and generalisation. This course invites you to discover them and take control of them for greater satisfaction and optimism.
20 min at your own paceAvailable in FR + ENNo prerequisites
You will walk away with
- the 3 filters of perception: selection, distortion, generalisation
- a method for escaping the negativity bias by returning to the facts
- the proven links between optimism and performance
Target audience
Anyone looking to improve their quality of life and relationships
Learning objectives
- Understand how our lens of perception is built.
- Escape the negativity bias that keeps us focused on the negative and on risk
- Return to the facts to avoid distorting our reality.
- Cultivate a positive outlook despite — and through — our 3 filters: selection, distortion, generalisation.
Module outline
- Storytelling“The Optimist's Glasses”1'20Discovering three pairs of AI-powered glasses that turn a negative outlook into a positive experience
- ArticlesOptimism and performance: the impact on productivity and results
- Expert video“Cultivating a Positive Outlook”8'10Discovering the filters of perception (selection, distortion and generalisation) that shape how we see reality
- AnchoringA quiz and True/False questions to dig deeper into the topic and anchor what you've learned
- Memo cardA downloadable coaching memo card: the key points from the expert video
- CommitmentConcrete examples to help you define your own commitment
- BonusA selection of videos to go further (TED, YouTube)



