yeah outside its fine but its situations and stress that i can do without....im going thru some stuff and im depressed
2007-05-30 01:56:51
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answered by Anonymous
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I try to be a realist above all else. Taking a mix of both optimism and pessimism. Each one has its benefits and its disadvantages and I think each needs to be used with care.
I do not think it is good going through life all the time as an optimist because you are just setting yourself up for disappointment again and again.
Likewise I do not think it is a good idea to go through life with a purely pessimistic attitude because then you are just setting yourself up for a purely defeatist attitude and that can pretty much lead to depression and what have you.
I think the best approach is to take a realist approach and so expect some good things to happen but also be aware of the bad and plan accordingly. In other words sure the glass maybe half-full but you will still need another drink soon!
2007-05-30 01:59:55
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answered by John C 6
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That's a wonderful poem..........I share those sentiments
I cannot help but be an optimist.
Life is such a wonderful thing, and even when it seems everything is against you, to be alive and be able to see the things you mention in your poem is such a wonderful privilege.
We are all so lucky to be alive, and should never lose sight of just how lucky we are.
2007-05-30 02:02:47
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answered by Anonymous
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It's easy to become pessimistic with the way things have been going in the world (and have pretty much always gone).
Your list of things is exactly how I view the world - in microcosms and macrocosms. Even in a world where death, pain, hatred, ignorance, and fear run rampant - you can see the tiniest little thing that reminds you that it isn't all bad.
2007-05-30 02:00:36
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answered by Joe M 5
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I choose to look on things above. Having a heavenly focus translates into doing good works here. It also translates into an optimistic attitude toward the future.
2007-05-30 01:57:42
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answered by Novice 2
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I consider myself a realist. I'm often accused of being a pessimist, but oftentimes, the reality is not all good. I honestly try to be an optimist, but I don't sugar-coat or gloss over reality.
2007-05-30 02:19:48
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answered by Char 7
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I choose to be an optimist. I have always seen the bright side of things. It's in my nature and I find that actually it's a good thing.
I believe that when we think negatively we bring that energy to us. I know bad things happen but we can try to see a better side to it.
2007-05-30 02:03:54
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answered by Janet L 6
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Here is an Old joke as an answer.
An optimist thinks that this might be the best of all possible worlds, a pessimist is certain that it is.
2007-05-30 02:00:46
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answered by U-98 6
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Beautiful. And how true. (I see the little bird is back, and he did visit).
I generally am an optimist. I see the best in nature, and try to in people. Maybe I am weak in this area, but I want to always believe what people tell me, even if their "track record" is otherwise.
2007-05-30 01:59:47
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answered by RB 7
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I try to be optimistic.
I am bipolar and spent too much of my life missing out on laughter and fun. I suppose in way I am trying to make up for it. But I always say its better to laugh then cry. Even if its at yourself.
2007-05-30 01:58:09
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answered by ~Heathen Princess~ 7
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Some see the glass as half-empty,some half-full.....The real thinker,however.simply fills the glass and ends all discussion.
I see a vase with water in it,to start a new Bonsai tree.
EDIT...I just read the poem...very beautiful...I felt as if I were the one experiencing the view.
2007-05-30 02:07:11
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answered by bonsai bobby 7
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