Pessimism VS. Optimism

Pessimism vs. Optimism

A post by Brandon

There are times when I feel like curling up and dying.

People would say that's a very pessimistic statement.

You know, they're right.

There are moments in life when I have the option of looking at things positively or negatively. Usually, it's a chance to do good, or to suffer. The thing with me is that I could easily turn a depressive situation into a positive one. But, there's a difference between positivism and lying to yourself.

Telling me "everything's gonna be okay," is trying to keep me positive. But telling myself that, I'd be lying to myself. Because in my head, nothing's okay, and I want to change it. So I will tell myself "It may not be okay, but give it a couple more hours. Will through it. You have a lot to live for." That is being positive.

The same can be said about pessimism as well. Telling someone "no one likes you, you're just an insolent pup who only cares about being a downer" is a lie. And a harsh one at that. But, saying things like, "I've been losing money... If this keeps up, I'll end up bankrupt..." is a negative thought.

Some people really need to think about these kinds of things before they say them. I never talk to people, so I never really deal with these issues anymore. But I have seen them...

And believe me, things are only okay if you make them okay. Depression makes all this much harder.

...And I must apologize if this sounds jumbled and out of order... that's kinda how I feel right now.

But... that aside... thanks.