Here are some reasons to be optimistic:

1. Optimists live longer

2. Optimists travel more often and more widely

3. Optimists do better in school

4. Optimists are better at sports

5. Optimists often make the right decision

6. Optimist are better at business

7. They have better immune systems and they’re less likely to catch colds

8. They are happier

9. They have healthier hearts

10. They breathe more easily

11. Optimism has a positive effect on overall health

12. Optimists bring out the best in themselves and the best in others

13. Optimists are more social

14. Optimists maintain better relationships

15. Optimists make other people feel more worthwhile

16. Optimists inspire others

17. Optimists are more relaxed

18. Optimists are open to new experiences

19. Optimists are more stress-resistant and resilient

20. OPTIMISTS ARE MORE SUCCESSFUL

21. Optimists are surrounded by happy people more often

22. Optimists enjoy life more

23. Optimism moves you forward

Optimism gives you control over your circumstances versus your circumstances having control over you!

(Intelligent Optimist, Vol II, issue 3, 2013.)