Review the article “Cultural Variation in Unrealistic Optimism”. Pay particular attention to the following sections: “Independent Versus Interdependent Construals of Self,” “Unrealistic Optimism,” and “Concluding Remarks.” (See attached)

• Review the article “Cultural Variations in Optimistic and Pessimistic Bias”. Focus on individualism and collectivism and the general discussion. (See attached)
• Think about the influence of culture on optimistic bias.
• Keeping in mind the information on individualism and collectivism, reflect on how your culture influences your optimistic bias.
• Consider a situation in which optimistic bias improved the accuracy of your judgment and thus was helpful.
• Think of a situation in which optimistic bias was detrimental to your judgment, making it inaccurate.