Optimistic People - Are You One of Them?

"I am quite happy to be called an optimist, but my optimism is not of the utopian variety. It is based on hope. What is an optimist? I can answer for myself in a very simple fashion: He or she is a person who has the conviction that God knows, can do, and will do what is best for mankind."

Today, can you take 5 minutes and just focus on being hopeful and optimistic? We know your current situation can be rough and maybe taking a toll on you.

Hope is a powerful feeling. It can bring your mind to a good place and help you see what is possible. Maybe you believe that there is a Higher Power called Lord Shiva, God, Buddha  or some other name that I have missed. Maybe you don't. What I chose may not be your choice and that's okay with me.

One thing we do believe in strongly is the goodness of people and their ability to see the goodness in others. Right now our world needs that and we are seeing it in action everyday. We have seen heroes and unsung heroes fought the battle for everyday for humanity. We must help them, it's ours to do.

While going through turbulent time, please remember one really important thing to do - find a reason to laugh! Find something funny to bring those endorphins to a higher level, so that the hope we feel is stronger and active.

We're all in this together. Let's make today a great day filled with hope, belief and laughter. Pray for those on the front lines in war in Middle East and be thankful for everything, no matter what.