Positive expressive writing is a writing technique intended to create positive mindsets through a focus on exploring and expressing thoughts and emotions such as optimism. Lauren Hoult and colleagues systematically reviewed multiple studies about different styles of positive expressive writing that included methods known as gratitude letter, three good things, and best possible self. They concluded that gratitude letter and best possible self showed the most consistent benefits for increasing optimism and fostering a positive mindset.
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easyAccording to the text, which methods of positive expressive writing did Hoult and colleagues conclude were most consistently effective?
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Best possible self and fostering a positive mindset
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Gratitude letter and three good things
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Gratitude letter and best possible self
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Best possible self and three good things