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Happiness and How It Helps You Succeed in Optometry

Dori Carlson, OD, MAL, FAAO, gave a comprehensive outline of The Happiness Advantage at Optometry’s Meeting 2026.

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  • Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • June 17, 2026

  • 8 min

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    Happiness is a combination of positive experiences, meaning, pleasure, and engagement, essential for success in optometry.

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    Positive emotions create an upward spiral, enhancing skills and achievements, leading to greater workplace productivity.

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    Dr. Carlson emphasizes that small changes in mindset can significantly impact effectiveness and overall success.

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    Implementing strategies like gratitude exercises and positive leadership can improve office culture and staff performance.

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    The 20-second rule helps in forming good habits by making them easier and breaking bad habits by making them harder.

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Happiness and How It Helps You Succeed in Optometry

  • by Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • June 17, 2026

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