settle for less pessimism

One of the greatest lessons I've learned is that I can choose my explanatory style. I can choose how I talk to myself, and how I explain what has happened. It really makes a difference when I choose to see things optimistically. For me, part of being optimistic is taking the time to look for opportunities and to remember what I have to be grateful for. When I maintain my optimism, I feel better and that helps me live better. When I find myself being pessimistic, I'm just going to say NO - today I want to settle for less pessimism, so I can turn on the light of optimism.