On Optimism

I have come to realize that optimism, although is a general trait, does not work for all areas of our life.

That is, if I'm optimistic about one thing (say my professional life), I may be pessimistic about another (perhaps my personal life), or be apathetic towards it.

If one is an optimistic person, it's a great thing - but it is important to realize the areas of your life you are optimistic about and those you are pessimistic about. And make an effort to change the latter areas to the former.

Mostly we just lack success, or are anxious about, only one area of life. We are pretty much rich in most other aspects.

For those who are not optimistic people, perhaps figure out that one area of life that you are optimistic about, and apply it to the other areas of life.

If you believe that you are destitute in more than one aspect, perhaps its time to reconsider your perspective of life.