To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is. A pessimistic attitude can never create the calm and serene smile which blossoms on the lips of Bodhisattvas and all those who obtain the way.
Nhat HanhYou do not suffer because things are impermanent. You suffer because things are impermanent and you think they are permanent.
Nhat HanhThe first thing I learned was that even if you have a lot of money and power and fame, you can still suffer very deeply.
Nhat Hanh