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In childhood, I was told that looking at a glass as half-full is optimistic and looking at it as half-empty is pessimistic and that it's essential to be optimistic in life.
Optimism is the expectation of positive outcomes and a focus on the bright side of life. It is also a belief that things will ultimately turn out well.
One of my uncles used to say that optimism is not just about being positive; it has a profound impact on our well-being. Optimists are healthier, happier, and more likely to bounce back from setbacks.
REALISM
But isn't optimism an unrealistic concept? Is it not about just building castles in the air?
He used to correct me, saying that optimism is not about believing that there are no problems or obstacles. On the contrary, it's about accepting that there are problems and that you have the ability to overcome them.
It is the difference between saying, "It's doomed," and saying, "No, we can find a way out."
HOW TO BE OPTIMISTIC
Like anything constructive in life, optimism takes effort. We have to train our brains to see the glass as half full rather than half empty.
Look at challenges as opportunities. Instead of 'why', as 'why not'?
Consciously take time out to appreciate the good things in life.
Be friends with positive people.
By developing a more optimistic outlook, you can navigate challenges more effectively, build resilience, and ultimately, live a happier and more fulfilling life.
FOR ME GLASS IS HALF FULL
I am optimistic. I have cultivated that trait over the years.
The best indication of that is my participation in this Challenge. I knew it would be tough, but I told myself that it was possible. I am barely managing it.
I was travelling last week, and got back to Bengaluru only last Sunday.
That is why I haven't been able to visit the blogs of the other participants or comment on them.
But I will surely catch up. Blog posts will remain, they aren't going to vanish.
(I'm participating in #AtoZChallenge and #BlogchatterA2Z)
Hi Pradeep sir. This word so epitomises you, the way I have known you all these years. It's amazing how you so neatly lay out your thoughts around every emotion.
ReplyDeleteHi Arpita - Thank you so much. I try to see the positives because that's the best way to move forward.
DeleteYour optimism does shine through your posts. :) And it's contagious, so the advice to associate with folks like you is perfect. Be well!
ReplyDeleteHi Darla - Thank you, so much :-)
DeleteOptimism is good. There's nothing wrong with not being positive all the time. We just need to remember that good things will return, and that's the optimism.
ReplyDeleteThat's the right way to look at it. :-)
DeleteTout va bien se passer... il est parfois vital de voir la vie en rose, et du bon coté ;))
ReplyDeleteJe suis d'accord avec toi.
DeleteYour uncle sounds like a very wise man by not just making bland statements but backing them up.
ReplyDeleteHe was a lot philosophical too.
DeleteI am a very optimistic person, which seems odd for someone with anxiety, I guess. I am definitely a glass-half-full Pollyanna!
ReplyDeleteHi Pradeep - I'm optimistic and positive ... that's me - cheers Hilary
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