Optimists put themselves and those around them in a good mood. They can look on the bright side instead of being stuck in negativity. Optimists choose this way of looking at the world and base their lives on it. Although certain personality traits promote optimism, being an optimist has more to do with reflection and practice.

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Being honest with ourselves means putting aside excuses and justifications. This attitude requires courage because we cannot try to hide from the truth. It means facing life and being honest with ourselves.

Optimists are honest with themselves.

Systematic comparison with others only leads to distorted thoughts and poisoned hearts. We are incomparable. There is no way to measure who is a better or worse person. A prisoner may have a better seat than a business manager but a worse ability to achieve his own goals. This cannot be measured.

Never compare themselves with others.

We treat other people the same way we treat ourselves. When someone accepts himself, it is easier for him to get others. On the other hand, if someone struggles to appreciate and love himself, what usually happens is that he transfers this inner conflict to others. Then others become the target of constant criticism.

Accept other people precisely as they are

No one is a true optimist if they don't work on themselves. This means getting to know yourself, forgiving mistakes and errors, and assigning proper value to your achievements. You are your project. Working on this project and feeling proud of your progress translates into optimism in your daily life.

Perfect yourself

Where others see failure, optimists see an opportunity to gain experience.

Where others see failure, optimists see an opportunity

Consciously or subconsciously, we all view life from our chosen perspective. Our perspective depends mainly on personal experiences, personality traits, and relationships. Sometimes it all depends on habit or lack of reflection. Ultimately, it is easier to imitate and repeat than to build our views.

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Motivation means "to set in motion" despite any obstacles. It means pushing forward to achieve a specific goal. Optimists know that the strength to fight comes from within. This is because they do not adjust their actions to the approval or disapproval of others but to their own beliefs.

They can motivate themselves

The simple act of working toward a goal makes everyone feel alive. In contrast, those who have not realized their dreams or desires view life through a negative lens. If there is one thing that characterizes optimists, it is the ability to set goals and fight for them.

Optimists fight for what they want.

Where others see failure optimists see opportunity to gain experience

Optymiści wprawiają w dobre samopoczucie siebie i osoby wokół siebie. Potrafią spojrzeć na jasną stronę zamiast tkwić w negatywności.

Never compare themselves with others.

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