daily with man there is a lot of events - happy, funny, sad, annoying, unpleasant ... Unfortunately, the latter is much more.That's how life is.And if we listen to the news on world events, it seems that there is nothing good and positive."All the bad ... And tomorrow is likely to become even worse ..." - with a heavy sigh, say a pessimist and an optimist fun and smile and said, "It can not all be always bad!Most likely, tomorrow will be something nice. "That's how the people: some see only the negative in everything, while others are trying to go through life, her head high, and hope for good luck and happiness.
word "optimism" means ...
Let's face it.Psychologists say that optimism - is the ability to see anyone, even a negative situation, something good.It is the belief that in a world dominated by good, and in the end it will prevail.Optimism - is the ability to not rest on our laurels.This desire to constantly improve themselves, others and the world in general.An optimistic person always sees the presence, not absence.A good example of a glass that is half full, according to the optimist and the pessimist the opinion of half empty.Of course, this anecdote.But that it reflects the essence of optimism and pessimism.
little about philosophy
In philosophy there is also such a thing as an epistemological optimism.Let's see what it is.Epistemological optimism - is one of the trends in epistemology, whose representatives argued that a person, in principle, has a huge and nothing in the way of the unlimited possibilities for knowledge of the world, its various facilities, as well as, of course, himself.There are, however, some difficulties, which have a historical character, but mankind must finally overcome them and discover all the secrets of the universe.One of the brightest representatives of the theory of epistemological optimism was Plato, who claimed that there is a "perfect world", which contains all of the soul after death.However, after being born again, they forget about it.The philosopher believed that the purpose of the soul - to recall that a perfect world and bring it to the world.He argued that knowledge - it's just a recollection.The opposite concept to the epistemological optimism is epistemological pessimism, which is based on the assertion that man is limited in their cognitive abilities and humanity will never come to the "truth".
easy to be an optimist?
We have already said that the optimism - is the ability to enjoy life, no matter what.Great, right?But how easy is it to be an optimist?It is easy in the case where all life formed as a man wants.True Friends, a wonderful loving family, a prestigious job.But, unfortunately, very often all is not so rosy.Death of family, betrayal by friends, health problems.Such events may drive them into depression, everyone, even the person configured extremely optimistic.Is not it?However, the power of optimism lies in the fact that the above experience difficulty with your head held high and with a positive attitude.And always only hope for the best.This optimist understands that all his problems are temporary, and that the "black band" necessarily followed by "white", you only need to wait for her.And he always does, after all the difficulties we sent to them, we endured bravely, learned a lesson for themselves and become wiser, more perfect, more resolute.
Becoming optimistic!
Many people wonder how to become an optimist, because very often without a positive attitude is very hard to go through a variety of unpleasant situations.It should be noted that the optimism - a trait, a pessimist can hardly learn to look at the world through "rose-colored glasses", but to try and achieve some results, of course, possible.
- Learn to notice good and light in all the little things: good weather, a meeting with a friend, buying beautiful things interesting book ...
- focuses on the good things you already have and appreciate it.After all, as they say, "that we do not store ...".Continued know everything ... It hurts to know that it was amazing there, but there was no understanding of this.
- If in your life something does not happen the way you would like it, think about why this is happening.Very often, the reason is us.Changed their attitude to the problem, you can solve it.
- Communicate with optimists!Company pessimistic people will not be able to improve your mood and give you confidence.
- See comedy and films, which tell about people, strong in spirit.
- Read positive books.
- Give yourself and your loved ones a little joy every day - and you'll see that the world is becoming more colorful.
Finally
Enjoy life and be optimistic!Smiles to you and good mood!Treat life philosophically.Remember that, while alive, you and your loved ones, there are no unsolvable problems!
