The difference between learned optimism and optimism is that in learned optimism the optimistic goal-directed cognitions are aimed at the person from negative outcomes.

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1. The difference between learned optimism and optimism is that in learned optimism the optimistic goal-directed cognitions are aimed at the person from negative outcomes.