How To Increase Optimism

Sean FargoPublished April 20, 2016 · Updated April 16, 2024 · 1 min read

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Closely related guided meditations to practice with right now — plus free scripts you can read aloud, teach, or record.

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RAIN: Working With Difficult Emotions — Guided Meditation by Sean Fargo

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Rain of Compassion — Guided Meditation by Tara Brach

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Self-Compassion Meditation — Guided Meditation by Sean Fargo

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Free guided meditation scripts — read, teach, or record

Sean Fargo leads a guided meditation on How to Increase Optimism. Envision yourself feeling healthy. Envision yourself to have forgiven others.

About the author

Sean Fargo

Founder, Mindfulness Exercises

Sean Fargo is a mindfulness teacher and founder of Mindfulness Exercises, a global platform offering evidence-based resources and teacher certification. A former Buddhist monk in the Thai Theravada tradition, he bridges contemplative wisdom with modern psychology to make mindfulness practical at work and in life. Sean has mentored under Jack Kornfield for five years and supported leaders at organizations such as Reddit, PG&E, and DocuSign. Through online trainings, guided meditations, and mentorship, he has helped thousands of educators, clinicians, and coaches bring mindfulness to diverse communities. Sean’s mission is simple and ambitious: expand access to authentic, science-informed practice while cultivating compassion, clarity, and resilience. Today, Mindfulness Exercises serves millions with free and premium tools, empowering individuals and teams to lead with presence and purpose.

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