I am skeptical in principle, gullible in practice.
Pessimists fear becoming the dupes of Hope. Optimists enjoy Hope's company, and consider being duped no great matter.
Promiscuity is like never reading past the first page. Monogamy is like reading the same book over and over.
You know you're in love when you stop comparing.
Indifference creates an artificial peace.
I would enjoy experiencing the hollowness of success at first- hand.