Overnight With Michael Mclaren

Mike chats with Dr Marny Lishman, Health & Community Psychologist, about how to stay hopeful in a world full of fear. With constant bad news, it’s easy to feel like Chicken Little, convinced the sky is falling. Our brains are wired to focus on danger—but that can leave us anxious and disconnected. Dr Lishman suggests we shift our mindset: surround ourselves with supportive people, seek out uplifting stories, and embrace “tragic optimism” — finding meaning, growth, and hope even in tough times. It’s not about fake positivity. It’s about being like Tigger: choosing light without denying the dark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.