Optimism
Hi there fellow IDG folk š I hope youāre all well.
Iād like to talk about āOptimismā = The ability to sustain and communicate a sense of hope, positive attitude and confidence In the possibility of meaningful change.
I see myself as an optimistic person or at least try to be. Ā I know there have been times when my optimism has pulled me through some difficult situations but equally there have been other times when itās ā¦dipped š. Ā When this happens I can go quietā¦take myself off somewhere ā¦maybe just read a bookā¦not want to talk about how I feel with anyoneā¦other times I want to talkā¦I want to ventā¦(thanks to family and friends who have put up with my moaning š). Other times Iāve taken the dog outā¦.he never complains about another walk š¶ or even my moaning poor ladā¦Before long the fresh air gets into my lungs and itās then when out and aboutā¦my head begins to feel lighterā¦I begin to feel less stressed. Itās then I see things for what they are and my mind begins to change. Itās like the sun has come out behind a cloud and I begin to feel more positive and optimistic āļø. I also now journal, just for a couple of minutes each day. Iāve found it very therapeutic and quite look forward to putting my thoughts into paper.Ā
Ok, question time;
1. What works for you when circumstances are such that you feel you donāt hold much optimism?Ā
2. I love quotes especially positive quotes. Hereās some of mine below but please feel free to let me know one of yours?Ā
š¹ āThe only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to beā.
š¹ āThe question isnāt who is going to let me, itās who is going to stop meā.
The next two always make me smile š
š¹ āWhatever you do, always give 100%, unless youāre donating bloodā š
š¹ āThe key to happiness is a positive mindset, a great sense of humour..and a lot of chocolateā š
On a more serious note; Please remember whatever youāre going through itās important to feel our emotionsā¦and tomorrowĀ is another dayā¦
š¹ Rosie š¹
Hello Rosie, very interesting :)
Me feeling down usually happens when I'm getting overwhelmed, so for me what it works is to stop and to do nothing. Feeling my body (like caressing my hands, for example) helps me better by taking my attention away from my thoughts.
With respect to quotes, they are somewhat more about compassion, but I think they fit here too:
- "I respect myself in this process"
- "May I live with ease"
@RainbowRosie
I find that it is difficult for me to hold optimism when things go the way I don't want them to. I am a big planner and very routine, so when the reality doesn't match my ideal, it can be difficult to cope with.
"My troubles are only temporary. Favor and rejoicing are mine forever."
@delicateMonkey
I hear you. It can be so very disappointing when something doesnāt turn out the way weād hoped. It can certainly leave us feeling underwhelmed and totally lacking optimism.Ā
Two great quotes, the first one I certainly remind myself of now and then. Thanks so much for your reply and sending apologies for the delay in responding, Iād only just seen it šš¹
@RainbowRosie I like to see myself as an optimistic person as well. I always try to see better outcome on things even if it doesn't always happen for the better.
@ScorpiaD
Thatās good to hear, even when the chips are down you still try to maintain your positivity.
Thanks so much for replying and I wish you a great weekend ā¤ļøš¹
@RainbowRosie I hope you have a great weekend as well!
@RainbowRosie
1. I usually think about God's plan and trust that everything will work out. I also try to just relax, take deep breaths, and think good thoughtsĀ š
2. "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." - Thomas Edison
I love the quotes you included by the way!
@seaturtle54
Yes definitely. Ā Plenty of deep breaths, they do help.Ā
Thanks for commenting and posting the quote. Itās not one Iāve heard of, but Iām a bit of a ācollector of quotesā, lol.Ā
Wishing you a good week šš¹
@RainbowRosie
You're so sweet, thanks for replying! Wishing you a good week too :)
@RainbowRosie
1- I try to think of life as a game and negative events as difficult levels so i know that at the end of that level, i get a huge bonus
2- "Change does not come unless you grab opportunity by hand and never let go."
"Luck is What you make of it"
When I feel like I'm lacking optimism, I personally like to listen to classical music as I find it soothing and it puts me in a state of mind where I feel like my negative thoughts just dissipate, allowing me to feel ready for optimism!
Hi Paul, oh yesā¦.definitelyā¦as listening to music can be so soothing and leave us feeling calm šµšµ Iām not sure I could live without music! ā¤ļøā¤ļø thanks so much for your reply š¹
@RainbowRosieĀ When circumstances are such that I feel I donāt hold much optimism.. I still try to look at the bright side, and question myself how can things still go in my favor to get what i want.
@RainbowRosie Hello, Rosie! š
Your optimistic journey is quite motivating. When my optimism wanes, I find that spending time with creative activities or interacting with encouraging friends makes me feel better. In terms of sayings, I adore this one:
š¹ "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." š¹
Remain upbeat and continue to shine!
Thereās nothing better than creative activities or spending time with friends. They both help us have some much needed fun and gives us time to recharge.
Thanks for the quote ā¤ļø and for commenting š¹
@Anooshay
That's true. But I also think a truly useful skill is learning to be alone without feeling lonely because sometimes it's important to be by yourself to enable growth.
