Quotes

I've always been a fan of good quotes and the little boost you feel after reading something inspirational. I've recently had several conversations with a dear friend about optimism and how it can be present in one situation and be gone in the next...it's something we've been pondering. Anyways, she mentioned "The Optimist's Creed" and I googled it and found it to be brimming with little bits of wisdom I'd like to say I bring into every circumstance. I honestly cannot say that I do, but I can truly say that I'd like to try and do better! Here it is:

The Optimist's Creed

Promise yourself

to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.

to talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet.

to make all your friends feel that there is something in them.

to look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.

to think only of the best, and expect only the best.

to be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.

to forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.

to wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile.

to give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.

to be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

- C.D. Larson