Optimistic by Nature

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement, Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”

~ Hellen Keller ~

I’m an optimist at heart. I’m a firm believer in each day is a new opportunity to do something great, try something new or simply celebrate life. I’m not sure if I was born with a positive spirit or simply had good role models during childhood(?).

Whatever the origin… It’s my choreography of life.

Although our world is currently dealing with a very disheartening situation, I believe the resiliency of the human spirit will persevere. Be patient. We’ve experienced dozens of viruses over the last 100+ years and although each one is unique in origin, contagion, mortality and time line(s), they all have one thing in common - sooner or later - they all go away. All of them.

This time will be no different.

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Between now & then, you may wish to limit the amount of news you consume each day. The media often follows the age old mantra, “If it bleeds, it leads.” Our technology oriented world allows for news across a plethora of devices on a 24/7 basis. Although Information is power, too much of repetition of tragic headlines can lead to anxiety and/or depression.

Despite the fact few people read newspapers these days, I take a hybrid approach to my daily news consumption. My day starts with the New York Times, complimented by some CNBC business news. Later in the evening, I’ll play the BBC Global News podcast for another angle. They offer a brilliant perspective on world events in a 30 minute capsule.

I understand, knowledge is power. Wrapping our head around all that’s taking place these days is unprecedented. It’s anybody’s guess as to the time frame of this pandemic. Once again, it will pass at some point and the world will carry on. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, we will survive and hopefully witness a few positive changes to boot. The human race may become more understanding of one another and society more compassionate.

In the meantime, let’s all take a deep breath and try to control the things we can, accept the things we cannot change and have the wisdom to know the difference (boy, this sounds like the Serenity Prayer!).

Until next time.

Cheers…