Theory

Optimism is a general disposition to expect the best in all things. Optimists have a positive outlook in life, believing that things will work out in the end. There are many benefits staying as an optimist. Optimists have high self esteem, they remain sans fears, develop a feeling that everything is going well and are capable of building great interpersonal relations with others on account of their outlook and positivity. Hence, to become an optimist, follow these seven strategies.

1. Focus on solutions and not on problems.
2. Create slice of time, to feel the gratitude for what you have.
3. Always have the inspiration and dedication to improve upon the current situation.
4. Make a realistic assessment of challenges and try to minimize the obstacles.
5. Appreciate and celebrate your own good deeds and works.
6. Have habits, routines and diets to keep you healthy.
7. Keep smiling

Story

There were once two identical twins. They were alike in every way but one. One was a hope-filled optimist who only ever saw the bright side of life. The other was a dark pessimist, who only ever saw the down side in every situation.

The parents were so worried about the extremes of optimism and pessimism in their boys they took them to the Doctor. He suggested a plan. “On their next birthday give the pessimist a shiny new bike, but give the optimist only a pile of manure.”

It seemed a fairly extreme thing to do. After all, the parents had always treated their boys equally. But in this instance they decided to try to Doctor’s advice. So when the twins birthday came round they gave the pessimist the most expensive, top of the range, racing bike a child has ever owned. When he saw the bike his first words were, “I’ll probably crash and break my leg.”

To the optimist they gave a carefully wrapped box of manure. He opened it, looked puzzled for a moment, and then ran outside screaming, “You can’t fool me! Where there’s this much manure, there’s just gotta be a pony around here somewhere!”

Activity

Write down three important optimistic aspirations of yours

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Quote

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”– Helen Keller

Take Away

1.  Optimists have high self esteem, they remain sans fears, develop a feeling that everything is going well and are capable of building great interpersonal relations with others on account of their outlook and positivity.

2. Follow the seven point strategy to develop optimism