Optimist: a proponent of the doctrine that black is white.

Optimist: a proponent of the doctrine that black is white.

How many pessimists end up by desiring the things they fear, in order to prove that they are right?

How many pessimists end up by desiring the things they fear, in order to prove that they are right?

Few cases of eyestrain have been developed by looking on the bright side of things.

Few cases of eyestrain have been developed by looking on the bright side of things.

The habit of looking on the bright side of every event is worth more than a thousand pounds a year.

The habit of looking on the bright side of every event is worth more than a thousand pounds a year.

Enter every activity without giving mental recognition to the possibility of defeat. Concentrate on your strengths, instead of your weaknesses... read more

Enter every activity without giving mental recognition to the possibility of defeat. Concentrate on your strengths, instead of your weaknesses... on your powers, instead of your problems.

I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.

I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.

I'm an optimist in the sense that I believe humans are noble and honorable, and some of them are really read more

I'm an optimist in the sense that I believe humans are noble and honorable, and some of them are really smart. I have a very optimistic view of individuals.

Always borrow money from a pessimist. He won’t expect it back.

Always borrow money from a pessimist. He won’t expect it back.

I am optimistic and confident in all that I do. I affirm only the best for myself and others. I read more

I am optimistic and confident in all that I do. I affirm only the best for myself and others. I am the creator of my life and my world. I meet daily challenges gracefully and with complete confidence. I fill my mind with positive, nurturing, and healing thoughts.