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Optimism is having the most favorable outlook

Optimism on the Street

Michael J. Fox is an endearing character we have come to know through film and TV roles over the past three decades. He is charming, funny, ever-youthful and always surprising. Michael Andrew Fo... Read More
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Optimism on TV
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The Greatest

The Greatest is all about perspective. Just when you think you are failing, when things seem to be going wrong…a change of perspective shines a bright light of realization that you just might be su... Read More
Optimism Quotes

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A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”

Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965);

British Statesman, Prime Minister, Author, Nobel Prize Winner

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Thomas Edison - Optimism

Imagine the picture if Thomas Edison had given up on the light bulb! But failure didn’t discourage Edison. Optimism...Pass It On.

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What Others Think Optimism Looks Like

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Optimism Billboards By You

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Your Everyday
Optimism Heroes

People do extraordinary things every day. They share their time, resources, or love. They show incredible strength and courage. They inspire us by their example. These are true stories about real-life heroes, written by visitors to our site.

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My grandmother (1912-1986) was a 1st and 2nd grade teacher. She lost her mother to influenza during the flu epidemic in 1919, and grew up as the “Cinderella” of the family: troubled dad and uncaring stepmom—not much love. Her aun... Read More

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Your Stories

These stories were written by people like you. Read how their lives were changed for the better by adopting positive values. Be inspired by them.

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My Issues are Nothing

My name is Christopher, and for 10 years I've been a member of the children's service club called Optimist International. I will become the volunteer Governor of the Illinois District in October, and hope that my leadership will increase the Illin... Read More

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Optimism Sightings

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